Regional Catering Coordinator

Hotels Unlimited, Inc.; Hightstown (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Dental Plans

Vision Plans

Paid Time-Off

Bonus Program

Job summary

Hotels Unlimited, Inc. is seeking a Regional Catering Coordinator to enhance catering sales strategies at their locations in New Jersey. This role requires an energetic and organized individual with a minimum of two years of sales experience, preferably in catering.

The position involves collaborating with management to boost revenue and involves travel within a 35-mile radius. Employees enjoy competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, and benefits including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years sales experience, preferably in catering or event planning.
• Familiarity with the hospitality industry preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee functions specifically for catering business.
• Work with management to ensure strategies impact revenue and GOP.
• Assist hotels in managing corporate and catering sales inquiries.

Skills

Sales Experience

Communication Skills

Organization

Computer Proficiency

Multi-priority Management

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Hotels Unlimited (with four award‑winning New Jersey banquet venue locations in East Windsor, Tinton Falls, and Toms River) is seeking an experienced sales professional to join our team as the Regional Catering Coordinator. This position supports the sales efforts from a corporate level and maximizes revenue through the development, implementation and execution of catering sales and revenue management strategies for our catering sales departments. If you are a passionate, people person who never misses a beat, we want to hear from you!

Job Responsibilities

• Helps oversee functions specifically for catering business: both social and corporate
• Works closely with all levels of management to ensure that these strategies positively impact both the top (revenue) and bottom (GOP) lines
• Participates in setting hotel sales goals and assists in the achievement of those goals; at both the individual property level and at the company level
• Keeps current on economic and market conditions as well as new and existing competition within each market and helps adjust strategies and activities accordingly
• Helps develop and maintain relationships with affiliated franchise/brand national sales support people and effectively utilizes those relationships and resources to drive bookings and revenue
• Assists hotels in region in effectively managing all corporate and catering sales inquiries to maximize revenue

How To Succeed

• Bring energy, enthusiasm, and laser‑sharp focus to every interaction
• Demonstrate exemplary communication skills – written, over the phone, and in‑person
• Be super organized and computer‑savvy
• Juggle a wide range of demands in a fast‑paced environment
• Pitch in and help co‑workers to support the team

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years sales experience (catering or event planning preferred)
• Familiar with the hospitality industry (preferred)
• Ability to work a flexible schedule which may include evenings and weekends
• Proficient in standard office programs; Word, Excel, Outlook
• High degree of professionalism and confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability and means to travel to multiple locations regularly; travel is considered local with an approximate 35‑mile radius

Compensation And Benefits

• This position offers a starting rate that ranges from $45,000 to $50,000 annually depending on qualifications and experience. Qualified candidates with exceptional qualifications may be offered additional consideration.
• This position also offers a bonus program that features opportunities for additional monthly earnings
• Full‑time employees will have the opportunity to earn paid time‑off and join the company’s health, dental, vision, and retirement plans (once qualified).