Strategic Conference & Catering Services Manager

Oconee Chamber; Oxford, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a Catering and Conference Services Manager in Oxford, MS. The role focuses on coordinating conferences, catering, and event services while collaborating with sales to drive revenue and grow client loyalty.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, leadership, and organization skills, with experience in hospitality sales and event management, and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School education; post-high school education preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years in progressive hotel sales with leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate conference rooms and services for groups and events at the hotel.
• Organize banquet or catering services, reserve audio-visual equipment and plan changes to event space.
• Meet with group representatives to discuss meeting needs.
• Sign contractual agreements and keep records of communications in writing.
• Meet with heads of other departments to coordinate planned events.
• Monitor events and address problems to ensure smooth execution.
• Provide pricing and guidance to clients with approvals.
• Drive loyalty to grow share of the account by delivering service excellence.
• Conduct hotel tours and entertain qualified potential clients.
• Prepare resumes, BEOs, and customer correspondence.
• Work with sales managers to implement sales strategies and upsell.

Skills

Communication skills

Revenue management

Leadership

Event coordination

Client relations

Education

High School diploma

Post-secondary education preferred

Tools

Outlook

PMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a Catering and Conference Services Manager in Oxford, MS. The role focuses on coordinating conferences, catering, and event services while collaborating with sales to drive revenue and grow client loyalty.

Ideal candidates have strong communication, leadership, and organization skills, with experience in hospitality sales and event management, and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.