Conrad Indianapolis is looking for a Catering Sales Manager to join the Catering and Events Team! This is an amazing opportunity to grow your career in a Fortune 500 company within a sophisticated luxury brand.
As the city’s first true luxury hotel and only Forbes recommended hotel in the state, this 23-story tower has 241 rooms, 15,000 square feet of banquet space, and 3 food and beverage outlets. This includes The Lounge, Capital Grille, and in-room dining.
In this position, you will concentrate on the local corporate and association markets, as well as weddings, galas, and other social events. This role involves both selling and servicing responsibilities.
To excel in this role, we are looking for candidates with at least two years of experience in sales and event servicing. A strong understanding of event operations and proven sales skills will be essential to your success. Wedding experience is required.
Want to learn more? Hotel Website, Instagram, Facebook
What will I be doing?
As Catering Services Manager, you will be responsible for the development of market segment(s) including solicitation of new customer relationships, and negotiation of business through proposals and contracts to close business. Creative design of menus and events to maximize revenue and event experience. Maintain existing relationships with corporate and social accounts. Fostering all internal customer relationships to ensure consistent, high-level service throughout the pre-event, event, and post-event phases of events. Directs event logistics to affected departments and team members responsible for event execution. Serve as the primary contact and is responsible for his/her experience.
Specifically, your essential functions will be to perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
This job listing was provided by Hospitality Job Vacancies. To apply, please use the link in the job description.
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