Catering Service Manager - The Drake Hotel

Hilton • Chicago, IL • 6h ago

Due to a recent promotion, the Drake Hotel is looking for a Catering Service Manager to join their amazing hotel! As a Catering Service Manager you are responsible forthe detailing, planning and servicing of our catering business.

What will I be doing?

As Catering Service Manager you are responsible forthe detailing, planning and servicing of our catering business.Creative design of menus and events to maximize revenue and event experience. Maintain existing relationships with corporate and social accounts. AsCatering Service Manageryou are responsible for event documentation and coordination with Sales, hotel departments and customers to ensure consistent, high-level service throughout the pre-event, event, and post-event phases ofall catering hotel events. You will be required to ensure a seamless turnover from sales to service back to sales. Recognizes opportunities to maximize revenue by upselling and offering enhancements to create outstanding events. Serve as the event planner's primary contact following turnover on property and is responsible for his/her experience.

Specifically, your essential functions will be to perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

Organize, plan and prioritize your duties by developing plans and goals.

Timely communication to internal and external clients via telephone, email, written documents or in person.

Create and maintain relationships with clients to set and meet client expectations and deliver on those expectations.

Demonstrate knowledge of job systems, products, systems, and processes.

Resolve conflicts and negotiate with others while handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts.

Selling and influencing both internal and external clients.

Make decisions and solve problems by analyzing and evaluating the issues and determine the best solution.

Ensure high quality service by communicating and assisting others to understand the guest needs, providing direction and guidance, feedback and individual coaching when needed.

Participate in customer site inspections and assist with the sales process as necessary.

Other duties as necessary based on business needs.

Regular attendance.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Years of Experience: 2 years of events/catering experience

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)

Relevant degree, in business development or other relevant business field, from an academic institution (CMP, CPCE)

Job: Catering and Event Services

Title: Catering Service Manager - The Drake Hotel

Location: null

Requisition ID: HOT0C44N

EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans

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