- Full-Time
- Permanent
- FAIRMONT
- Sales & Marketing
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Fairmont Washington D.C. Georgetown, Washington, United States
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Senior Catering Sales Manager
Region
Luxury & Lifestyle
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Rate of Pay: $75,000-85,000 per annum
Senior Catering Sales Manager:
It is the primary responsibility of the Senior Catering Sales Manager to produce revenue by generating leads and converting them to sales with a heavy concentration in the wedding, corporate, local, and social markets to achieve revenue targets. This position will be responsible for prospecting and solicitation of new Catering business leads and servicing existing contracts. This position will be lead by Director of Catering and oversee and guide Catering Coordinator and overall Catering Sales revenues.
- Planning, conducting site inspections, selling, up-selling, and detailing of programs
- Responsible for booking and detailing events and achieving revenue goals
- Proven ability to develop and implement strategies to drive Catering revenues through direct sales
- Aggressive prospecting to further develop Weddings, Galas, Kosher Events, Luncheons, etc.
- Collect data and prepare strategic plans to achieve annual revenue targets
- Key tasks include monthly forecasting, banquet menu pricing, and setting revenue minimums
- Set an elevated standard for the team by securing the highest quality business and inspire everyone to strive for the same level
- Remains calm under pressure and excels in problem-solving, particularly in people management
- Active participation in daily business review meetings as well as Sales and Catering meetings
- Lead weekly Catering meetings to review status of business, schedules, assignments, bookings, and all information pertinent to the department operation
- Coach and mentor Catering Sales Managers/Coordinators development of daily job functions
- Monitor changes to Banquet Event Orders; ensure that accurate information is communicated to respective departments on a timely basis to best service the client
- Ensure that all definite functions are detailed accurately on BEOs and signed by clients
- Check function room set-ups prior to guest arrival, ensuring all details agree with client's requirements and hotel standards. Ensure deficiencies are corrected by respective personnel.
- Double check that functions are properly staffed to provide the required standard of service
- Supervise the service of functions, ensuring guest satisfaction
- Organizing and leading pre/post-convention meetings and solicit rebooking of events
- Assist Finance in following up on all billing/payment discrepancies according to hotel standard
What’s in it for you:
- Paid time off
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K
- Complimentary Shift Meal
- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
- Learning programs through our Academy designed to sharpen your skills
- Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, such as Planet 21
- Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities
- High school graduate or equivalent vocational training certificate
- Minimum 3-years’ experience in hotel catering sales role or banquets preferred
- Fluency in English both verbal and written and command of basic arithmetic
- Knowledge of various food service styles, menu development and content
- Knowledge of room set-up styles and room capacities
- Familiarity with food and beverage cost controls
- Certification of previous training in liquor, wine, and food service and alcohol awareness program
- Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team with minimal supervision
- Direct performance of staff and follow up with guidance when needed
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
- We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
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Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.
When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.
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