Sales & Catering Manager- NE

We are looking for a highly motivated and analytical individual with experience in creating and managing luxury catering events to join our team as Catering Sales Manager. The Catering Sales Manager is a key position that will be responsible for selling revenue generating catered events to include, but not limited to weddings, social, meetings & conference events with all relevant profit driving components. In addition, the position will detail, service, and plan for the success of these events with collaboration of key departments to achieve maximum profitability and guest satisfaction. The successful candidate will be creative, a problem solver, has a proven record of being a team player, is open to learning and leading by example, responds in a professional and courteous manner to guests and team.

Responsibilities

Sell revenue generating catered events including weddings, social, meetings & conference events; Detail, service, and plan for the success of events with collaboration of key departments; Oversee coordination and successful execution of all programs/services contracted through catering department; Help rectify deficiencies for improvement with operational departments and work closely with banquets department; Work closely with Sales teams to build relationships with area businesses, associations and SMERF entities to develop the social business segment; Coordinate and communicate with outside vendors to maximize relationships, profitability, performance, and service standards; Demonstrate consistent regard and dedication to guests and the organization by being engaged, interested, and productive; Actively and collaboratively assist in building best practices necessary for the hotel's success; Possess strong organizational skills and be detail-oriented to ensure cooperation and coordination with other departments/managers in daily flow of Hotel's Operations

Requirements

Highly motivated and analytical; Experience in creating and managing luxury catering events; Creative; Problem solver; Proven team player; Open to learning and leading by example; Responds professionally and courteously to guests and team; Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 3+ years experience as a Sales/Catering Manager in a high end Catering environment; Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form with the public as well as other team members; Essential statistical and analytical skills required to identify revenue opportunities and shortfalls; Ability to work both independently and cross-functionally to achieve goals; Ability to thrive in a multi-tasked and fast-paced environment