Private Event Sales Manager

Montage Hotels & Resorts; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive plan with potential bonuses

Job summary

Montage International is seeking a Private Event Sales Manager to lead the planning and execution of private dining events, ensuring seamless, personalized experiences that reflect our luxury brand. This role collaborates with culinary and outlet teams to design memorable experiences and manage event budgets.

The position offers eligibility for the Montage International Sales Incentive Plan with the potential for quarterly and annual bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in luxury hospitality, preferably with private dining, banquets, or fine dining service.
• Strong leadership with ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of food, wine, and beverage service standards.
• Passion for creating memorable guest experiences and exceeding expectations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead the sales, planning, and execution of all private dining events with flawless service.
• Partner with outlet and culinary teams to design menus and experiences.
• Develop and maintain relationships with guests for personalized touches that elevate the dining experience.
• Oversee setup, service flow, and breakdown of private dining events.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve concerns promptly.
• Maintain knowledge of food, wine, and beverage offerings to advise guests.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control related to private dining operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Food & beverage knowledge

Guest experience

Job description

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic.

At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a culture that leads with the important notion we live by every day; do what you love. If this resonates with you, we look forward to receiving your application.

We welcome applicants with disabilities and provide reasonable accommodations as needed to our applicants. Please discuss with our hiring managers during our selection processes.

Private Event Sales Manager

Summary

At Montage, our Private Event Sales Manager is responsible for creating memorable and seamless dining experiences for guests in all private dining spaces. This leader will be responsible for: a revenue goal achieved by selling private dining room spaces with Food & Beverage and Room Rental minimums, the planning and execution of those private dining events and the collaboration with both the culinary and outlet teams to deliver exceptional, personalized service that reflects our brand’s commitment to luxury hospitality. This position will be eligible for the Montage International Sales Incentive Plan, with the potential to earn quarterly and annual bonuses.

Essential Functions

• Lead the sales, planning, execution of all private dining events, ensuring flawless service from pre-event preparation through post-event follow-up.
• Partner with outlet and culinary teams to design menus and experiences tailored to guest preferences and event goals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with guests, ensuring opportunities to provide personalized touches that elevate the dining experience for every event.
• Oversee setup, service flow, and breakdown of all private dining events in partnership with the appropriate Outlet.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve concerns promptly and professionally.
• Maintain strong knowledge of food, wine, and beverage offerings to provide guidance and recommendations to guests.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control related to private dining operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in luxury hospitality, preferably with a focus on private dining, banquets, or fine dining service.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of food, wine, and beverage service standards.
• A passion for creating memorable guest experiences and exceeding expectations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as business demands.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift at least 30 pounds on a regular basis.
• Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.

In keeping with Montage International’s commitment to excellence, the Private Dining Manager will serve as an ambassador of our brand, delivering gracious service and exceptional experiences that reflect the heart of hospitality.

The pay scale for Private Events Sales Manager is $70,300 to $85,000.

The pay scale is the base salary or hourly wage range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Montage reasonably expects to pay for the position.

In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.