Director, Catering & Conference Services

1-Hotels-5; New York (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels is seeking an exuberant Director, Catering & Conference Services in New York. You will lead luxury catering and events, drive profitability, and align financial, business, and marketing objectives for meetings and gatherings.

The role requires a proven track record in guest and team engagement, strong leadership, and exceptional communication skills. A flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends and holidays is expected.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in hospitality catering/events.
• Proven track record in revenue generation and profitability.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Catering & Events

Leadership

Sales

Communication

Financial performance

Guest engagement

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree (preferred)

Job description

Grow with us...Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us.If you’re the kind of person who never says no to a party, you’re speaking our language. We’re currently seeking an exuberant Director, Catering & Conference Services to join the team.Ideally, you’re a luxury events pro and a natural salesperson who brings it all to life for our clients. That means developing creative ways to maximize profit, achieving set revenue goals, and supporting the financial, business and marketing objectives for meetings, parties and other gatherings. Of course, you’re great at talking to anyone, and you mean every word, too.(Inside Tip: Creativity and imagination are both major +s.)About you...Passionate about hospitality and food & beverage with a minimum of 6 years of similar work experience.A post-secondary diploma or degree would be a plus.An expert in Catering & Events, a strong leader, natural salesperson and a proven track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance.Excels at communication, both verbal and written.Flexible and willing to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends and holidaysAbout us...As a mission-driven company, our purpose is our true north, and our compass guides the way. The purpose we live by impacts the lives of our team members, drives the experiences for our guests, builds community with like-minded travelers and takes care of the planet we live in. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company and affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group.Salary Range $135k - $150kStarwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.