Director of Catering Job Miami Beach area,Florida USA,Hospitality / Hotel / Catering

Director Of Catering

Four Seasons Hotel at The Surf Club is seeking a Director of Catering to join our dynamic Commercial Team. Candidates with a passion for excellence, expertise in event planning and hospitality operations with proven leadership experience are invited to apply for a career with Four Seasons. This position will be responsible for a catering sales and servicing revenue goal to secure and service Catering and Group Business.

We are looking for an individual with a creative passion for event sales and planning. Who possess a high level of attention to detail and a strong work ethic. The Director of Catering is responsible for generating revenue through new business development and the servicing of corporate group business. The ideal candidate has strong leadership, interpersonal and analytical skills and able to prioritize and adapt to the changing needs of our clients and operation, and can evidence having a solid work ethic, good business acumen and a passion for service.

What you will do:

Maintain and monitor the accuracy and effectiveness of all written communication from catering and conference services managers and support staff for our external customers as well as internal team.

Actively prospect and solicit, develop and maintain catering accounts through personal sales calls, trade shows, and on-site entertainment. Supervise the execution of banquet events.

Finalize the requirements of Four Seasons internal events as well as personally booked catering events while maximizing revenue potential through upselling and ensuring effective communication both written (Resumes, BEO, Daily Reports) and personal contact with all departments for the success of the event.

Ensuring accuracy of Banquet Checks and provide bill review on completion of program or event.

Managing challenges and glitches that arise while groups are on property and finding solutions, keeping Director of Marketing and Planning Committee fully informed on all unusual matters so that prompt corrective action can be taken where appropriate.

What you bring:

A minimum of five years' experience leading a team in a comparable role
Strong selling and negotiating skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Solid organization skills
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
Strong interpersonal and team player skills
Strong leadership and management skills

What we offer:

Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort
Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
Complimentary Employee Meals

Schedule &

Hours:

This is a full-time position. Candidates must be able to work Mornings, nights, weekends and holidays.

Candidates must have valid work authorization for the U.S.

Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.