Catering Manager

Snow King; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality company as a Catering Manager at OKANA Resort & Indoor Water Park in Oklahoma City. This role involves selling catering services for events, ensuring client satisfaction, and collaborating with culinary teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree and experience in catering sales, along with strong negotiation and communication skills. Be a part of a supportive team that values personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

On-site wellness programs

Local discounts

Employee rates on hotel stays

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and/or 2+ years of hotel catering sales experience.
• Strong negotiation and sales skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for selling food & beverage catering services.
• Interact with clients for weddings and social events.

Skills

Negotiation

Sales

Communication

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

2+ years of hotel catering sales experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Delphi/FDC

Job description

Property

About Us

At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, growth, development, and wellbeing. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in our approach to employee development, employee benefits, and our dedication to building meaningful relationships. Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a range of employment benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and employee rates on hotel stays. In addition, Pyramid Global Hospitality is committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our people build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers. Whether you are just starting out in the hospitality industry or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that encourages growth and fosters success, in over 230 properties worldwide. Join their team and experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and is committed to creating exceptional guest experiences. Check out this video for more information on our great company!

Location Description

Welcome to OKANA Resort and Indoor WaterPark. Located along the picturesque Oklahoma River in the vibrant Horizons District, near downtown Oklahoma City, OKANA Resort & Indoor Water Park offers exceptional career opportunities. Conveniently situated with a dynamic indoor waterpark, over 400 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, including premium riverfront accommodations, a range of dining options, and extensive meeting and event spaces spanning 30,000 square feet, OKANA provides a unique setting for a rewarding career journey. Shape your career in the heart of Oklahoma City at OKANA. Join us to contribute to our distinctive atmosphere and foster your personal and professional growth. Be a part of OKANA Resort & Indoor Water Park, where your career aspirations meet a world-class destination.

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Overview

The Catering Manager position is responsible for selling the resort’s food & beverage catering services. Their primary role is to work with clients interested in hosting weddings, galas, and other social events at the resort. They will interact with Food & Beverage operations, including the culinary and banquets teams, to ensure clients have a memorable experience. They will also help to contribute marketing strategies using local catering knowledge.

OKANA Resort is part of Pyramid Global Hospitality, a leading hospitality company that offers career opportunities and has a steadfast commitment to putting people first.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or 2+ years of hotel catering sales experience.

• Strong negotiation and sales skills and knowledge of contracts.

• Sound business communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and working knowledge of Delphi/FDC software.

• Engaging personality conducive to building client relationships.

• Directs event logistics from pre-event planning through post-event recaps.

• Manages and assists with event deposits and collections.

• Knowledge of local business dynamics and competitor analysis.

• Time management skills, consistently meeting time-sensitive deadlines.

• Working knowledge of banquet department operations (sets, AV equipment, scheduling, menu planning).