Seaport Hotel · 1 week ago
Senior Catering Sales Manager
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yrSeaport Hotel is an award-winning, independent hotel located on Boston's historic waterfront, dedicated to providing an exceptional guest experience. They are seeking a Senior Catering Sales Manager to oversee the sales and execution of various events, ensuring client satisfaction while maximizing revenue for the hotel.
HospitalityHotel
Hiring Manager
Tom Kopaczynski
Responsibilities
Qualify incoming Wedding, Catering and Social calls to determine the potential value of the business. If the potential business falls within the booking parameters of Wedding, Catering, and Social/Corporate Events, draft menu proposals and conduct site inspections in order to secure the related business. If the menu and the space are agreeable to the client, generate the booking contract, and send the contract to client for signature and deposit. Follow up as necessary to ensure proper return of the contract and deposits
Execute and service all assigned Weddings, Catering, and social events booked through the planning process. Including, but not limited to the following tasks: Meet with clients, conduct taste meals, create banquet event orders, manage room block and cut off, attend all necessary meetings required to communicate event needs to the Seaport operation to ensure a fresh guest experience. Represent the needs and expectations of the client to all operational departments within the Seaport Hotel. Ensure the highest standards of product quality and service are being achieved in all departmental areas and that the needs and expectations of the client are being met or exceeded. Prepare and collect payment for the event following all standard billing procedures
Be on site in order to efficiently execute Weddings, Catering, and social events
Align event specifications (Hotel Rooms/Function Space) with the physical structure of the Seaport Hotel to ensure a successful event. Monitor Hotel room block fill and adjust specifications as needed to meet the needs of the client and the company. Communicate status of the room block and uphold the contractual responsibility
Work Banquet Team members to communicate details of all other events during turnover to ensure on-site experience exceeds client’s expectations
Qualification
Required
Proficiency with Amadeus Advanced/FDC and Microsoft Office Suite
Strong knowledge of account management, procurement processes, and hotel revenue management
Understanding of information flow between related departments
Commitment to following Seaport's sustainability guidelines and practices
Willingness to take on additional responsibilities that support the broader mission of the role
Dedication to practicing and promoting our Mission and Values as part of daily operations
A collaborative spirit, working across departments to uphold the SEAPORT standard of excellence
Benefits
Complimentary shift meals 🍽️
Comprehensive health & wellness benefits 🏥
Retirement savings plan for your future 💼
Travel perks through the CoralTree Team Member Travel Program – explore beautiful destinations at exclusive rates! 🌍
Company
Seaport Hotel
Seaport Hotel is a hotel & hospitality agency specializing in providing Hotel services to health clubs and meetings.
Founded in 1998
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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