Events Booking Manager

Description

Courtyard Nizwa Resort is seeking a proactive and results-driven Events booking Manager to lead social and corporate catering events including guest room bookings. This role combines sales event management and guest service with a focus on maximizing revenue and delivering exceptional experiences. A flexible schedule including weekends is required.

As a Leader you will be responsible to:

• Inspire greatness in your team.
• Encourage and support team members to reach their full potential.
• Create a work environment that is a Great Place to Work for all.
• Lead with integrity transparency respect and professionalism.

• Care for your team and their families.

  Key Responsibilities:

• Sell and manage social and corporate catering events including guest rooms banquet food & beverage and upselling contracted groups
• Negotiate contracts suggest menus and coordinate room setups according to policy and client needs
• Collaborate with hotel departments to ensure flawless event execution and guest satisfaction
• Generate new business through solicitation networking and follow-up with past clients
• Finalize and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and maintain accurate event records
• Lead pre-event on-site and post-event communications to ensure service excellence
• Monitor budgets sales quotas and revenue opportunities; implement strategies to increase catering revenue during low-demand periods
• Conduct site tours for prospective clients and facilitate client meetings as needed

• Train delegate and guide staff to ensure smooth operation of events and service standards

  Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years experience in catering sales hotel convention services banquet management hotel sales or culinary arts (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Strong communication negotiation and organizational skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Guest-focused with attention to detail and a commitment to delivering outstanding service