Sr Manager Catering and Conventions Task Force

Boss Search Group; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Director of Catering and Convention Services. The role involves overseeing event planning, client management, and team leadership. Successful candidates will have at least 3 years of experience and be willing to travel. A competitive hourly rate of $38 and travel costs covered are offered. Join us for a great travel opportunity!

Benefits

Free hotel accommodation

One meal per day

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience as Catering Director or Manager.
• Willingness to travel to other states.
• Strong understanding of event planning and execution.

Responsibilities

• Serve as main contact for clients and understand their needs.
• Oversee all aspects of events, including logistics and setup.
• Manage and train catering staff while ensuring performance standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Client Management

Sales and Marketing

Tools

Delphi

Opera

Job description

Job Description

100% Travel Task Force. $38 per hour plus OT. 4 to 6 Week travel rotation full time then on-call.

We pay travel costs, provide free hotel room and 1 meal per day. Must have experonce.

Director Catering and Convention Services Duties

Director of Catering and Convention Services leads event planning and execution, overseeing staff, coordinating logistics with other departments, and managing client relationships for events like conferences and banquets. Key responsibilities include menu development, budget management, contract negotiation, sales and marketing, and ensuring high-quality guest service. Success in this role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to manage operations and drive business growth for a hotel or event venue.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Management:

Serve as the main point of contact for clients, understanding their needs, and presenting persuasive proposals.

• Sales & Marketing:

Solicit and book events, develop marketing plans, and negotiate contracts to drive revenue and profit for the department.

• Event Planning & Execution:

Oversee all aspects of events, including developing menus with the chef, coordinating logistics, creating banquet event orders (BEOs), and ensuring smooth event setup.

• Team Leadership:

Manage, train, and motivate the catering and convention services staff, assigning duties and ensuring performance standards are met.

• Operations & Quality Control:

Inspect event spaces, ensure high service standards are met, and resolve issues that arise during events to guarantee client satisfaction.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

• 3 years as Catering Director or Manager
• Ability to Travel to other states
• Delphi and Opera preferred

Additional Information

Great travel opportunity