Catering Sales & Events Coordinator

kimptonhotelsandrestaurantscareers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is seeking a Catering Sales Support professional to maintain administrative operations for the catering department. You will handle proposals, contracts, and inquiries while coordinating site tours and supporting events.

The role requires 1–2 years in catering or office work, proficiency with Opera/Delphi/MS Office, and a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. You will help ensure flawless execution of events and outstanding guest service.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of catering or office experience.
• Proficiency in Opera, Delphi, and MS Office.
• Ability to address difficult situations with care.
• Knowledge of hotel layout, rate structure, meeting spaces, and capacities.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily catering office duties: phones, proposals, contracts, filing.
• Coordinate site tours and respond to inquiries; forward leads to sales.
• Assist in organizing tradeshows and mailing collateral to customers.
• Attend catering and private dining meetings and take notes.
• Maintain inventory of collateral and order office supplies; manage walk-ins.

Skills

Office management

Event management

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Customer service

Tools

Opera

Delphi

MS Office

Job description

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is seeking a Catering Sales Support professional to maintain administrative operations for the catering department. You will handle proposals, contracts, and inquiries while coordinating site tours and supporting events.

The role requires 1–2 years in catering or office work, proficiency with Opera/Delphi/MS Office, and a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. You will help ensure flawless execution of events and outstanding guest service.