Aramark Destinations ยท 2 weeks ago
Catering Sales Manager - Aventura Catering Phoenix Convention Center
Aramark Destinations is a company focused on creating exceptional experiences for clients at the Phoenix Convention Center. The Catering Sales Manager will be responsible for cultivating relationships, driving revenue growth, and managing the entire experience of events for corporate and social clients.
Hospitality
Responsibilities
Maintaining and developing current client relationships; opportunities to support large returning events as well as one time opportunities
Responding to customer inquiries
Developing proposals and contracts
Recognizing opportunities to maximize revenue opportunities by up-selling and offering enhancements to exceed client expectations
Working with event planners on property to manage the event's entire experience
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in hospitality management or related discipline, and/or equivalent professional experience
Minimum of 1 year in the hospitality industry, with experience in catering sales or catering operations
Experience in a hotel or large event venue
Good organizational and presentation skills
Ability to effectively communicate with diverse clients and staff
Knowledge of menu planning and food presentation
Skilled in banquet and event service operations
Ability to balance multiple tasks while being creative and having a proactive approach to sales
Good Communication and project management skills
Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure, while handling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong Attention to detail, organized, excellent time management skills
Demonstrated leadership qualities
Comfortable making decisions and negotiating
Able to take direction but also work independently
Focus on Guest Service
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Work/life resources
Retirement savings plans like 401(k)
Paid days off such as parental leave
Disability coverage
Company
Aramark Destinations
Aramark Destinations delivers authentic, memorable experiences at national and state parks, specialty hotels, museums, and other destinations across the United States.