Area Catering Sales Manager

Area Catering Sales Manager

Live! by Loews - Arlington offers careers at a high-energy hotel in the Arlington Entertainment District, between Globe Life Field and AT&T Stadium. Team members support 300 guestrooms, multiple dining venues, an infinity-edge pool and connected access to Loews Arlington Hotel & Convention Center.

A proactive and results-driven Area Catering Sales Manager who thrives on creating exceptional experiences for clients and guests. In this role, you'll lead the coordination and execution of meetings, conventions, and catering events, ensuring every detail reflects Loews Hotels' standards of excellence. Your ability to build strong relationships, manage complex logistics, and deliver flawless service will drive repeat business and elevate our reputation.

What You'll Do:

• Respond promptly to incoming leads and actively prospect new catering business to drive revenue.
• Conduct site visits and presentations to convert opportunities into confirmed bookings.
• Plan, coordinate, and service all booked catering events, ensuring seamless execution from start to finish.
• Collaborate with the Director of Meetings and Events to implement annual sales strategies, including targeted promotions and sales blitzes.
• Partner with Culinary and F&B teams to create customized menus that delight clients.
• Manage event documentation, including Banquet Event Orders and resumes, and distribute to all relevant departments for flawless operations.
• Schedule and lead pre- and post-convention meetings as needed, reinforcing client confidence and encouraging rebooking.
• Solicit client feedback through Meeting Planner Surveys and use insights to enhance future experiences.
• Work closely with the Financial Service Center to ensure accurate billing and credit processes.
• Participate in departmental and property meetings, contributing ideas and updates to support overall success.
• Take on special projects as assigned by the Director of Meetings and Events.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards.
• May be required to work varying schedules to reflect business needs.
• Required to attend all mandatory training sessions and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Your Qualifications Include:

• Minimum of eight-year progressive Catering, Meeting and Event Management experience in a full-service hotel environment with proven results, preferred.
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Meetings & Events or other relevant fields of study, preferred.
• Knowledge of hotel operational departments.
• Proficient Microsoft Office Suite.
• Delphi and Social-Tables experience, preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Preferred proficiency in FDC.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, reach, and lift/pull/push 35 plus pounds regularly throughout the shift.