Catering Manager

Benchmark Hospitality at DU; Oklahoma City (OK); 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. This role involves selling catering services for events, collaborating with teams to ensure memorable experiences, and contributing to marketing strategies. Ideal candidates will have strong sales skills, a Bachelor's degree, and experience in hotel catering. Enjoy a supportive work environment with numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

On-site Wellness Programs

Local Discounts

Employee Rates on Hotel Stays

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hotel catering sales experience.
• Ability to manage event logistics from planning to recaps.

Responsibilities

• Sell food & beverage catering services for weddings and events.
• Collaborate with culinary and banquets teams.

Skills

Negotiation

Sales

Communication

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Delphi/FDC

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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. We are committed to providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help our team members build the skills and knowledge they need to advance their careers. Whether you are just starting out or are a seasoned professional, Pyramid Global Hospitality offers a supportive and collaborative environment across over 230 properties worldwide. Join us to experience the benefits of working for a company that values its employees and strives to create exceptional guest experiences. Check out this video for more information about our company!

Location Description

Welcome to OKANA Resort and Indoor WaterPark, located along the Oklahoma River in the Horizons District, near downtown Oklahoma City. This dynamic resort offers over 400 guest rooms and suites, including riverfront accommodations, various dining options, and extensive meeting and event spaces spanning 30,000 sq ft. Shape your career in Oklahoma City at OKANA and contribute to our unique atmosphere while fostering your personal and professional growth. Join us at OKANA Resort & Indoor Water Park, where your career aspirations meet a world-class destination.

Job Description

The Catering Manager is responsible for selling the resort's food & beverage catering services. The primary role involves working with clients interested in hosting weddings, galas, and other social events at the resort. The manager will collaborate with Food & Beverage operations, including culinary and banquets teams, to ensure a memorable experience for clients. Additionally, the role involves contributing to marketing strategies using local catering knowledge. As part of Pyramid Global Hospitality, the OKANA Resort offers career opportunities within a company committed to putting people first.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or 2+ years of hotel catering sales experience.
• Strong negotiation and sales skills, with knowledge of contracts.
• Excellent business communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and working knowledge of Delphi/FDC software.
• Engaging personality conducive to building client relationships.
• Ability to manage event logistics from pre-event planning through post-event recaps.
• Experience managing event deposits and collections.
• Knowledge of local business dynamics and competitor analysis.
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Working knowledge of banquet department operations (sets, AV equipment, scheduling, menu planning).

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitality