Director of Catering
Director of Catering
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for the management of all aspects of the Catering department 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; 3 years experience in the 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; 1 year experience in the event management or related professional area.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Leading Catering Teams
Demonstrates self-confidence energy and enthusiasm.
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.
Managing Catering Operations
Interacts with other catering employees customers and guests vendors and suppliers.
Demonstrates knowledge of all departments within the property.
Communicates group needs to various departments within the property.
Prompts handling of all inquiries within market and parameters.
Creates written and verbal presentations effectively.
Meet with the Chef prior to function to verify arrangements and to observe the quality of the food presentation.
Meet with clients to plan their functions and highlight features of facility as well as available services.
Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
Communicates all details of catering events to operating departments and customers.
Manages the quality process in areas of customer service and employee satisfaction.
Supporting and Coordinating with the Sales and Marketing Function
Qualifies business and tracks leads.
Solicits and books meetings conferences and catered corporate and social events.
Finalizes and upsells catering arrangements for group/convention business.
Negotiates and markets to drive sales and create profits.
Identifies customer needs and all sales opportunities which ensure successful catering events.
Conducting Human Resources Activities
Provides constructive coaching and counseling to employees.
Directs the development training and mentoring of employees.
Demonstrates knowledge of how and when to impose deadlines and delegate tasks.
Motivates and provides a work environment in which employees are productive.
Listens and responds to employees needs.
Manages group or interpersonal conflict situations effectively.
Develops and manages hourly employees.
Adheres to EEO and AA policies.
At Marriott International we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture talent and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis including disability veteran status or other basis protected by applicable law.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
