Catering & Events Sales Leader - Flexible Schedule

Concord Hospitality Enterprises; Hasbrouck Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life & 장애

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Discounted hotel stays

Training and career development

Job summary

Concord Hospitality Enterprises is seeking a proactive Catering & Sales Manager to lead social and corporate catering events, including guest rooms. This role blends sales, event management, and guest services with a focus on maximizing revenue and delivering exceptional experiences.

The position requires a flexible schedule, including weekends, and coordination with multiple hotel departments to execute flawless events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in catering sales, hotel convention services, banquet management, hotel sales, or culinary arts (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Guest-focused with attention to detail and a commitment to delivering outstanding service

Responsibilities

• Sell and manage social and corporate catering events, including guest rooms, banquet food & beverage, and upselling contracted groups
• Negotiate contracts, suggest menus, and coordinate room setups according to policy and client needs
• Collaborate with hotel departments to ensure flawless event execution and guest satisfaction
• Generate new business through solicitation, networking, and follow-up with past clients
• Finalize and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and maintain accurate event records
• Lead pre-event, on-site, and post-event communications to ensure service excellence
• Monitor budgets, sales quotas, and revenue opportunities; implement strategies to increase catering revenue during low-demand periods
• Conduct site tours for prospective clients and facilitate client meetings as needed
• Train, delegate, and guide staff to ensure smooth operation of events and service standards

Skills

Catering sales

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Concord Hospitality Enterprises is seeking a proactive Catering & Sales Manager to lead social and corporate catering events, including guest rooms. This role blends sales, event management, and guest services with a focus on maximizing revenue and delivering exceptional experiences.

The position requires a flexible schedule, including weekends, and coordination with multiple hotel departments to execute flawless events.