Regional Catering and Events Manager

Company: AC Hotel by Marriott Boston North
Location: Medford
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

Colwen Hotels has an exciting opportunity for a Regional Catering and Events Manager to join our growing team. This position will provide support for catering and events at our AC Hotel locations in Medford, Cambridge and Cleveland Circle. As a Regional Catering and Events Manager, you will collaborate with corporate and hotel leadership to maximize profitability and reach goals, while maintaining the highest level of guest and client satisfaction. Primary Contributions: Work closely with Sales Person at assigned hotels to plan future scheduled group functions, times, locations, amount of people and specified requirements Attend client event site inspections and pre-event meetings as needed Anticipate client and individual guest needs associated with execution of meetings and events Prepare accurate Banquet Event Orders and review with customers Prepare and distribute, in a timely manner, accurate Banquet event orders and group resumes Work with Chef/Cook on needed food and/or supplies needed for each meeting/event Review Final bill for completeness and accuracy Optimize Catering and room rental charges with knowledge of budget and costs for each assigned hotel Work closely with all hotel departments on operations and event execution. Work with outside vendors to ensure client satisfaction for all events/groups Assist with Audio/Visual equipment Actively participate in industry related organizations (NACE, MPI) Perform any other job related duties as assigned Requirements Prior hospitality experience, specific catering sales experience is essential Strong Leader of people Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate across all levels of the organization Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines Interpersonal and customer service skills Excellent creative skills to provide innovative set-ups, menus and functions for groups Intermediate to advanced computer skills, ability to learn new computer programs Experience with Delphi a plus Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software Travel required between assigned hotels EOE M/F/D/V Employment Type: Full Time Bonus/Commission: No

Keywords: AC Hotel by Marriott Boston North, Medford , Regional Catering and Events Manager, Hospitality & Tourism , Medford, Massachusetts