Catering Manager - Vancouver

JOB SUMMARY

Position: Catering Manager
Company: Wedgewood Hotel & Spa
Job Location: Vancouver, BC
Salary estimated: $54,000 a year

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

WORK PERFORMED

• This important role is responsible for the following responsibilities in support of the company’s vision and goals:
• Solicit, negotiate and book new clients using multiple channels such as outside calls, telemarketing, emails & social media.
• Required to contact existing clients on a pro-active basis it offer services and keep Wedgewood top of mind.
• Works closely with Executive Chef, Food & Beverage Manager and General Manager to create unique and memorable events
• Works closely with Director of Sales & Marketing and Revenue Manager to ensure optimal rooms revenue when booked with catering space
• Responds to all booking inquiries same day via phone or email
• Maintaining working relationship with contractors such as local AV, event rental and floral companies
• Attends trade shows and other social events to promote the property Booking, Contracting and
• The Catering Manager is responsible for all book in the following spaces for breakfast, lunch, brunch, afternoon tea, receptions, dinners, meetings and all other special events.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous Catering Sales or Banquet Sales experience
• Strong Food & Beverage background as Department Head or Restaurant Manager
• Previous upscale Hotel or Resort experience
• Strong working knowledge of OPERA and MS Office. POS such as Squirrel or Micros
• Strong written and verbal communication skill and exceptional organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Team player – works collaboratively
• Works well under pressure, able to meet deadlines in a calm manner and work on multiple projects simultaneously
• This position requires a flexible schedule, available weekends and holidays

To Apply - Follow the link to the hiring company for further information.