Complex Catering Sales Manager

Description

As a Complex Catering Sales Manager you are responsible for selling corporate groups and executing events with food and beverage and event facilities in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. This is a rare opportunity to sell and execute Catering events at the Embassy Suites Fort Lauderdale!

You would also be responsible for selling only corporate groups for Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport and Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa.

The ideal candidate will have 2 plus years of Catering Sales experience, a positive can-do attitude, passion for service and creativity with superior written and verbal communication skills.

Requirements:

2 years of Catering Sales and Events execution experience

Excellent communication skills

Ability to connect with clients and do property sites specific to all client needs

Assets:

Hilton experience

**Delphi/FDC experience

You would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Represent the hotel through preparing proposals and other external sales presentations to groups and prospective customers to solicit, explain, negotiate, and close catering business.
• Meet with and entertain customers, conduct property tours, participate in tradeshows, industry and community events to promote facilities and services and close deals.
• Utilize discretion and authority to negotiate contracts to maximize revenue and profitability with customers and vendors.
• Manage all aspects of the customer relationship including responding to customer inquiries, drafting proposals and contracts.
• Organizing arrangements for social and corporate events including the set-up and execution.
• Direct and collaborate logistics to all other affected departments and team members also responsible for event execution.
• Provide consultation to customers to ensure we create unforgettable experiences within budget.
• Creatively design and detail menus and events to maximize revenue and event experience.

What will it be like to work for this Hilton Worldwide Brand?

One of the most recognized names in the industry, Hilton Hotels & Resorts offers travelers a world of authentic experiences. Hilton remains an innovative, forward-thinking hospitality leader by offering best-in-class products, services, and amenities to ensure that every guest feels cared for, valued and respected. From inaugural balls and international award galas to business events and personal moments, Hilton is where the world makes history, closes the deal, toasts special occasions, and gets away from it all.  Hilton Hotels & Resorts is one of Hilton Worldwide's ten market-leading brands. For more information visit www.hiltonworldwide.com.

If you understand the importance of upholding a brand's reputation and what it takes to provide a globally recognized hospitality experience, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Team Member with Hilton Hotels & Resorts. #LI-AT3

Requirements

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton Worldwide has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton Worldwide remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

H Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.

I Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.

L Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.

T Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.

O Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.

N Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

What benefits will I receive?

Your benefits will include a competitive starting salary and, depending upon eligibility, a vacation or Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit. You will instantly have access to our unique benefits such as the Team Member and Family Travel Program, which provides reduced hotel room rates at many of our hotels for you and your family, plus discounts on products and services offered by Hilton Worldwide and its partners. After 90 days you may enroll in Hilton Worldwide's Health & Welfare benefit plans, depending on eligibility. Hilton Worldwide also offers eligible team members a 401K Savings Plan, as well as Employee Assistance and Educational Assistance Programs. We look forward to reviewing with you the specific benefits you would receive as a Hilton Worldwide Team Member. The above information is provided as a highlight of the major benefits offered to most full-team team members in the United States. All benefits listed may not be offered at all locations. This is not a summary plan description or official plan document.