Catering & Events Sales Manager

$60,000 - $65,000/Yr

Marriott International - Phoenix, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Phoenix, AZ

Accommodation

About the position

The Catering & Events Sales Manager at Arbor Lodging is responsible for overseeing the Catering Department at the hotel, ensuring profitable operations and high-quality service. This role involves coordinating catering events, maintaining customer relations, and generating new business opportunities while fostering a service-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain profitable operations and high-quality products and service
• Act as a liaison between client and operating departments to ensure a successful meeting and to generate repeat business
• Approach all encounters with guests and team members in a friendly, service-oriented manner
• Plan and administer catering events by assuring all duties are accomplished personally and through subordinates
• Maintain established customer relations and generate new relationships
• Conduct property tours and prepare information for site inspections
• Generate monthly forecast reports
• Manage time and workload with attention to detail
• Work with clients to determine specific needs and design a program to fit the requirements outlined by the client

Requirements

• 3+ years in Catering preferred
• Knowledge of hotels and competitive markets
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual review with increase potential
• 401k program with company match