Catering Sales Manager (FT) ("Gerente de Ventas de Catering") at EVANS HOTELS LLC

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Mar, 26

Salary

36.0

Posted On

30 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales Management, Event Coordination, Customer Service, Contract Preparation, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Communication, Time Management, Negotiation, Public Relations, Attention to Detail, Hospitality, Leadership, Planning, Organization, Food Service

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Job Details Level: Management Job Location: Catamaran - San Diego , CA 92109 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $33.00 - $36.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Day Job Category: Management - Sales & Marketing LOCATION Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is a Polynesian-themed destination located on the shores of Mission Bay and mere steps from San Diego's famous Pacific Beach. The resort features 310 rooms and suites, lush tropical gardens, and award-winning dining at Oceana Coastal Kitchen. The Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is owned by Evans Hotels, LLC, a family-owned and operated business committed to supporting and enhancing employee well-being through a variety of programs that nurture our staff professionally and personally. We offer hands-on manager and leadership training, employee appreciation days, and staff awards and recognition. Our team is also dedicated to serving our community through initiatives like company-wide beach clean-ups and volunteer opportunities. SUMMARY The Catering Sales Manager (“Gerente de Ventas de Catering”) manages the sales and coordinates all arrangements for individuals having catered events at the resort, following the highest professional standards and promoting the company’s sales-focused culture. PAY & PERKS Compensation: $33.00 - $36.00 DOE** + Earned Commission from Event Service Charges Discounted Hotel Rooms for you, family and friends Free Employee Parking and/or discounted MTS Pronto Card. Free Meals & Refreshments during working shifts Career advancement opportunities! Health (including SIMNSA), Dental, Vision, 401k with match, life insurance, sick and vacation time. Discounts on cell phone bills, shoes, gym memberships, and more! ESSENTIAL DUTIES Supports the department exceed booking goals with soliciting prospective customers and encourages them to book private-party functions at our property. Conducts scheduled and walk-in site tours of property. Meets with client and proactively helps them to choose specific banquet space and food and beverage for the function. Accurately prepares catering contracts with program arrangements. Organizes account files and keeps a good track on tentative and definite bookings. Conveys a favorable image of the organization by projecting a positive, professional appearance and demeanor to our guests and associates alike. Courteously welcomes and greets clients at the beginning of each function and oversees function to ensure it is being ran in a smooth and timely fashion. Introduces Banquet Manager and Banquet Captain in charge of the function to the client, in order to assure all needs and problems will be taken care of promptly. Communicates last minute event changes to kitchen and hotel staff and ensure satisfactory follow-up. Attends weekly BEO meetings, ensuring that other hotel departments understand their roles in upcoming group programs Works directly with the Director of Catering and Conference Services in the preparation of the monthly forecast and other projects Reports any safety hazards or injuries and makes recommendations to eliminate future liabilities. Consults with representatives of client group or organization to plan details such as number of persons expected, display space desired, and food service schedule. Arranges publicity, special functions, adjusts complaints, and performs other duties to promote goodwill. Perform other tasks, duties, including cross training, as assigned by the Director of Catering and Conference Services. Performs additional duties and responsibilities as directed by the leadership team. Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS Four-year bachelor's degree, two-year associates degree, trade school degree, professional certification or any equivalent. At least 2 years of relevant experience and/or training. A combination of experience, education, and/or training may be substituted for either requirement. Previous similar position in a hotel, or similar business entity preferred. Must be able to attain a valid San Diego County Food Handler certification upon hire. Evans Hotels will provide this training and is to be completed at the company’s expense. Ability to always maintain a friendly, professional, team-oriented, positive demeanor and diplomatic attitude, especially under stress or challenges. Availability to work on weekends and holidays is required. Ability to stand, kneel, squat for prolonged periods of time, up to and including, the entire shift and lift up to 25 lbs. The following position will be filled in accordance with the process set forth in California Labor Code Section 2810.8 and San Diego Municipal Code 311.0101 et. seq. **The pay scale posted is the salary or hourly wage range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position during the first year of employment. The posted range does NOT include potential additional types of compensation, such as gratuities, service charges, commissions, or bonuses. Actual compensation offered may fluctuate based on qualifications and/or experience.

Responsibilities

The Catering Sales Manager manages sales and coordinates arrangements for catered events at the resort. This includes conducting site tours, preparing contracts, and ensuring smooth execution of events.