Catering and Convention Services Manager

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Job Description For Catering and Convention Services Manager

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, TPG Hotels & Resorts. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel's employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Renaissance Boca Raton Hotel, always aspiring to deliver LIFESTYLE experiences: Elegance, Sophistication, Style.

At Renaissance Hotels, you are welcomed to join a driven and motivated team of Ambassadors who embody the spirit and style of the local neighborhood. We are now in search for our next Catering and Convention Services Manager that can be as EXCITED as we are while we embark on this NEW partnership with the exclusive MEAT MARKET Restaurant Chain!

Come and join the Renaissance Boca Raton Hotel and the Meat Market's Dynamic duo and experience the potential of What's Great Now. A sexier, more glamorous take on the traditional steakhouse. Recognized with raving reviews by the Palm Beach Post, Miami New Times, and Sun Sentinel, re-enforcing its Motto with words like Sexy, Enchanting, Stylish, Hot, and Glamourous.

You will be a part of much more than an ELEVATED experience to our guests and clients. This opportunity is for someone ready to set the Hotel apart from all others in the area!

Job Overview
The Catering and Convention Services Manager plays a crucial role in driving revenue and ensuring the successful execution of catering events for the company. This position involves overseeing the entire catering sales process, from initial client contact to post-event follow-up. The Catering and Convention Services Manager collaborates closely with the culinary team, event coordinators, and other departments to ensure exceptional customer experiences and successful events. This role requires a combination of sales acumen, organizational skills, and a strong understanding of the catering industry.

What you'll be doing

Sales and Business Development:
-Proactively identify and target potential clients for catering services.
-Build and maintain a robust pipeline of catering leads.
-Conduct sales presentations and negotiations with potential clients.
-Prepare and deliver detailed catering proposals, contracts, and pricing.
-Work to achieve and exceed sales targets and revenue goals.

Client Relationship Management:
-Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients.
-Understand clients' needs and preferences, offering tailored catering solutions.
-Address client inquiries, concerns, and special requests promptly.
-Provide excellent customer service throughout the sales process and beyond.

Event Planning and Coordination:
-Coordinate with event planners to ensure seamless event execution.
-Plan and organize logistics, including equipment, staffing, and setup details.
-Oversee event timelines, ensuring all aspects run smoothly.

Marketing and Promotion:
-Assist in the development of marketing strategies to promote catering services.
-Participate in trade shows, industry events, and networking opportunities.
-Contribute to the creation of marketing materials and online content.

Reporting and Analysis:
-Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sales activities and client interactions.
-Provide regular sales reports and performance metrics to management.
-Analyze market trends and competitor offerings to inform pricing and strategies.

Skills and Abilities
-Degree in business, Hospitality, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience) Highly Preferred.
-Proven experience in catering sales or a related sales role.
-Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
-Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
-Familiarity with catering industry trends and practices.
-Proficiency in Marriott CI/TY, Microsoft Office, and relevant sales tools.
-Exceptional negotiation and presentation skills.

Working Conditions & Physical Effort:
Physical work is a primary part of many of our hotel and resort jobs. Physical requirements include extended standing and walking, climbing, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing, kneeling, and lifting to 50 lbs. Some work is performed in an interior hotel environment with equipment and machines. The work involves exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals, dirt, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. The exposure to hazards or physical risks requires following basic safety precautions and use of applicable protective equipment.

Benefits:
Benefits for Full Time employees may include:

-Health, Dental and Vision Insurances
-Disability Insurances
-Supplemental Life Insurances
-Identity Theft Protection
-Flexible Spending Accounts
-401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
-Paid Time Off, Vacation and Holidays
-AMAZING HOTEL DISCOUNTS to any property in the TPG portfolio and MUCH MORE!

*Benefits vary by location*

EEO/VET/DISABLED

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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