Director, Catering & Conference Services
About the role
Grow with us... Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us. If you’re the kind of person who never says no to a party, you’re speaking our language. We’re currently seeking an exuberant Director, Catering & Conference Services to join the team. Ideally, you’re a luxury events pro and a natural salesperson who brings it all to life for our clients. That means developing creative ways to maximize profit, achieving set revenue goals, and supporting the financial, business and marketing objectives for meetings, parties and other gatherings. Of course, you’re great at talking to anyone, and you mean every word, too. (Inside Tip: Creativity and imagination are both major +s.)
Responsibilities
- Develop creative ways to maximize profit
- Achieve set revenue goals
- Support the financial, business and marketing objectives for meetings, parties and other gatherings
- Engage with clients and stakeholders through effective communication
- Leverage creativity and imagination to drive event success
Qualifications
- Minimum 6 years of similar work experience in hospitality and food & beverage
- Post-secondary diploma or degree (preferred)
- Expertise in Catering & Events
- Strong leadership abilities
- Natural salesperson with proven track record in guest and team member engagement
- Demonstrated financial performance results
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays
Skills
- Hospitality and food & beverage expertise
- Luxury events planning
- Sales and business development
- Leadership and team management
- Financial acumen and profit maximization
- Creative and imaginative thinking
- Effective communication (verbal & written)
Pay
Salary Range: $135,000 - $150,000
Schedule
Flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends and holidays