Director of Catering and Group Sales

Additional Information

Director of Catering & Group Sales

Job Number

24068360

Job Category

Sales & Marketing

Location

The St. Regis Chicago, 401 East Upper Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, United States VIEW ON MAP

Schedule

Full-Time

Located Remotely?

N

Relocation?

N

Position Type

Management

Job Summary

Leads and manages all day-to-day activities related to the catering sales function with a focus on building long-term, value-based group customer relationships that enable achievement of property sales objectives. Provdes support for catering sales activities for larger, more complex accounts. Monitors and manages against team catering sales goals and makes recommendations on goals for direct reports. Creates opportunities to grow the account base through customer interactions.

Candidate Profile

Education And Experience

2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 8 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.

OR

4-year bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 6 years experience in the sales and marketing or related professional area.

Core Work Activities

Supporting Developing & Executing Sales Strategies

Works with sales leader to ensure understanding of catering sales strategy and effective implementation of this strategy for the property.

Works with catering sales team to create and implement a catering sales plan addressing revenue, customers and the market for the segment.

Assists with the development and implementation of promotions, both internal and external.

Maximizing Revenue

Provides positive and aggressive leadership to ensure maximum revenue potential (e.g., sets example with personal booking goals).

Recommends booking goals for sales team members.

Managing Sales Activities

Monitors all day to day activities of direct reports.

Approves space release for catering to maximize revenue (DOS, Group) in the absence of a Business Evaluation Manager.

Participates in sales calls with members of sales team to acquire new business and/or close on business.

Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (e.g., generating proposal, writing contract, customer correspondence).

Analyzing & Reporting On Sales And Financial Data

Analyzes market information by using sales systems and implements strategy to achieve property’s financial room and catering goals.

Assists Revenue Management with completing accurate six period projections.

Reviews guest satisfaction results to identify areas of improvement.

Building Successful Relationships

Develops and manages relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.

Works with Human Resources, Engineering and Loss Prevention to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations and/or union requirements.

Attends customer events, trade shows and sales missions to maintain, build or develop key relationships with Ritz-Carlton Global Sales Organization Managers and accounts.

Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

Meets with guests during pre- and post-event meetings to obtain feedback on quality of product (e.g., rooms, meeting facilities and equipment, food and beverage), service levels, execution against contract and overall satisfaction.

Managing And Conducting Human Resource Activities

Interviews and hires management and hourly employees with the appropriate skills to meet the business needs of the operation.

Utilizes all available on the job training tools for employees.

Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies customer service and creates a positive example for guest relations.

Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals.

Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of department meetings with a focus on continuous improvement.

Additional Responsibilities

Executes and supports the brand’s Customer Service Standards and property’s Brand Standards.

The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $131,000 annually. Marriott offers a bonus program, comprehensive health care benefits, 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match, employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount, accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable), life insurance, group disability insurance, travel discounts, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii), flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, pre-tax commuter benefits, other life and work wellness benefits, and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions.  

The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. 

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Combining timeless glamour with a vanguard spirit, St. Regis Hotels & Resorts is committed to delivering exquisite experiences at more than 50 luxury hotels and resorts in the best addresses around the world. Beginning with the debut of The St. Regis hotel in New York by John Jacob Astor IV at the dawn of the twentieth century, the brand has remained committed to an uncompromising level of bespoke and anticipatory service for all of its guests, delivered flawlessly by a team of gracious hosts that combine classic sophistication and modern sensibility, as well as our signature Butler Service. We invite you to explore careers at St. Regis. In joining St. Regis, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.

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