Catering Sales Manager

Concord Hospitality Enterprises; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Discounted hotel rates

Job summary

Concord Hospitality is seeking a proactive Catering & Sales Manager to lead catering events and maximize revenue while delivering exceptional experiences. This role involves managing social and corporate events, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with hotel departments to ensure guest satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a relevant field, strong organizational skills, and a flexible schedule, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in catering sales, hotel convention services, or banquet management.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to negotiate.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Sell and manage social and corporate catering events, including guest rooms.
• Negotiate contracts and coordinate room setups.
• Collaborate with hotel departments for flawless event execution.
• Generate new business and finalize Banquet Event Orders.
• Monitor budgets and implement strategies to increase revenue.

Skills

Catering sales

Event management

Guest service

Negotiation

Organization

Job description

Description

Concord Hospitality is seeking a proactive and results-driven Catering & Sales Manager to lead social and corporate catering events, including guest room bookings. This role combines sales, event management, and guest service, with a focus on maximizing revenue and delivering exceptional experiences. A flexible schedule, including weekends (and peak-season Tuesday–Saturday), is required.

As a Concord Leader you will be responsible to:

• Inspire greatness in your team.
• Encourage and support team members to reach their full potential.
• Create a work environment that is a Great Place to Work for all.
• Lead with integrity, transparency, respect, and professionalism.
• Care for your team and their families.

Key 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

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

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and short/long-term disability options
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Discounted room rates at Concord-managed hotels
• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities

Why Join Concord?

At Concord Hospitality, we invest in our associates through training and development at all levels. Our “Associate First” culture supports growth, balance, and diversity.

Built on five cornerstones—Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and FUN!—our associates proudly cheer:

“We Are Concord!”

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and strive to be a Great Place to Work for All.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Source: Concord Hospitality