Great opportunity to join a successful team seeking an experienced Catering Director for their busy property. Our ideal candidate has experience planning large conventions and special social events of 500+ attendees. If you have a deep passion for creating lasting impressions and unforgettable memories by providing guests with one-of-a-kind dining and event experiences, this is your perfect opportunity!



Director of Catering’s Responsibilities: 

• Be a leader and a role model to all staff members 
• Responsible for all strategies and every detail of the planning for events
• Collaborate with Sales & Marketing, Banquets, and Operations teams, to ensure revenue is maximized and events are executed with top-notch service
• Respond to all inquiries and requests for proposals promptly in 24 hrs. 
• Implement contractual clauses in event contracts, understanding group intricacies, and history. Ensure that deposit schedules, guest room, and event space release clauses, and all concessions are adhered to 
• Ensure department compliance with hotel policies, procedures, and programs 
• Lead team of Event Planners, encouraging their development and participation
• Run BEO Meetings and attend hotel meetings 
• Be active and well-respected member of the community to represent the hotel in the industry with organizations and at events.

Director of Catering’s Requirements: 

• Have a professional, friendly, and helpful personality and be passionate about delivering outstanding hospitality with service, food & beverage 
• Minimum of 4 years of similar work experience in a director/senior catering sales role with high-volume events of 500+ attendees and plated dinners
• Be a fantastic listener, collaborator, and detail-focused 
• Positivity and out-of-the-box thinking required 
• Background in executing BEOs for upscale and fine-dining events 
• Experience with guest room blocks 
• An expert in Catering & Events, natural salesperson, and a proven track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance 
• Excels at communication, both verbal and written 
• Flexible and willing to work a varied schedule including days, evenings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays that coincides with events 
• Knowledge of the area market is a plus  
• Proven experience exceeding expectations with high-end clientele, and large-scale events. 
• Well organized, solution-oriented, and strong problem-solving skills 
• Effective feedback, follow up, delegation, and leadership skills 
• Ability to communicate effectively and create excellent relationships with clients and teams 
• Budgeting, analytical, and planning skills 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, sales CRM, and hotel reservation PMS systems
• Bachelor's degree or four years of relevant industry and education experience 

Director of Catering’s Benefits: 

• Competitive Salary plus Bonus potential
• Health, Dental & Vision Benefit Package 
• Paid Vacation 
• 401K 
• Growth and Professional Exposure 

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person's age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.   JOB ID: 144716 #post

Melissa Driza