The iconic Hotel del Coronado is looking for aSenior Catering Sales Managerto join the leadership team! Join one of the last surviving wooden Victorian beach resorts in the world and after a $400M renovation and expansion, the resort is more stunning than ever.
Located on Coronado Island just minutes from Downtown San Diego, this 28-acre property was built in 1888 and has over 750 rooms ( to include cottages and villas ), 65,000 square feet of banquet space, and 10 food and beverage outlets. This includes 4 restaurants, 2 bars, food truck, marketplace, ice cream shop, and in-room dining.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
At least two years of previous hotel sales experience at manager level.
Experience in supervision or management of 1-3 people.
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
Knowledge of the hotel property management systems (Delphi.fdc)
Experience selling large, luxury resorts to social and corporate organizations.
Relevant degree, in business development or other relevant business field, from an academic institution (CMP, CPCE)
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What will I be doing?
As a Senior Catering Sales Manager, you will be responsible for the development of market segment(s) and solicitation of new customer relationships while maintaining existing relationships with corporate and social accounts while consistently striving to maximize revenue and promote relationships through effective negotiation of services, prices.
Specifically, your essential functions will be to perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
Responsible for representing the hotel through conducting conferences, making proposals and other external sales presentations to groups and prospective customers to solicit, explain, negotiate and close group and local catering business.
Meets daily with and entertains customers, conducts property tours, participates in tradeshows, industry and community events to promote facilities and services and close deals. Has discretion and authority to negotiate contracts and commit company with customers and set establish agreements with vendors.
Manages all aspects of the customer relationship including drafting proposals and contracts, responding to customer inquiries, as well as organizing all other arrangements as they relate to social and corporate events such as set-up and execution of social and corporate meetings, meals and special events.
Directs and supervises meeting and/or cateringlogistics to catering and event services managers and other affected departments andteam members responsible for event execution.
Provides guidance to Catering Managers to help ensure events are executed as planned.
Creative design of menus and events to maximize revenue and event experience.
Coordinates with Dir. of Catering in formal planning for and execution of significant events at the hotel
What are we looking for?
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
Quality
Productivity
Dependability
Customer Focus
Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands . Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
The Benefits- Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #2 Best Company To Work For in the U.S. We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrivepersonally and professionallyin a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:
Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay
Medical Insurance Coverage - for you and your family
Mental Health Resources
Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
Go Hilton travel discount program
Supportiveparental leave
Matching 401(k)
Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
Debt-free education :Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)
Career growth and development
Team Member Resource Groups
Recognition and rewards programs
Salary Range: The annual salary range for this role is $75,000 - $85,000 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.
