Responsible for the management of all aspects of the Catering and Conference departments in accordance with company and brand standards. Coordinates details and menus for clients’ functions and maintains budgeted revenues through solicitation of business. Monitors and controls financial and administrative responsibilities including asset protection. Ensures the highest level of service by training and developing staff and executing the requirements of events based on standards.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in event management or related professional area.
OR
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in event management or related professional area.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Leading Conference and Catering Teams
• Sets goals and delegates tasks to improve staff performance.
• Understands how to manage in a culturally diverse work environment.
• Uses problem solving methodology for decision making and follow up.
• Demonstrates personal integrity, manages time well, and is highly visible in areas of responsibility.
• Builds a positive work environment by demonstrating self confidence, energy and enthusiasm.
• Applies and continually broadens knowledge of food and wine pairings and cutting edge cuisine with emphasis on current event trends.
Managing Conference and Catering Operations
• Interacts with other conference and catering employees, customers and guests, vendors and suppliers.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all departments within the property.
• Applies knowledge of all laws, as they relate to an event.
• Manages department controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
• Communicates conference and catering needs to various departments within the property.
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