Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

Director Of Catering

Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or similar field.
  • At least 3 years of experience in catering sales or event planning.
  • Prior work in a director-level role in a full-service hotel or similar environment.
  • Proficient in industry-standard catering and sales software.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the catering sales team to achieve revenue targets.
  • Negotiate contracts with clients and vendors for events.
  • Collaborate with culinary and banquet teams for event execution.
  • Plan and oversee weddings, corporate meetings, and social events.
  • Develop strategic initiatives to enhance catering services.

Benefits

  • Flexible work hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
  • Dynamic work environment in a full-service hotel setting.
  • Access to industry-standard tools and technologies.
Full Job Description
The hotel Director of Catering is a strategic executive responsible for driving food, beverage, and event revenue. They oversee the catering sales team, negotiate contracts, and collaborate closely with culinary and banquet operations to ensure flawless execution of weddings, corporate meetings, and social events. Responsibilities $42 Qualifications • Education: A bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field. • Experience: 3 or more years of progressive experience in catering sales, event planning, or a director-level role within a full-service hotel, resort, or convention setting. • System Skills: Proficiency in industry-standard catering and sales software. • Soft Skills: Exceptional negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills. Must have the flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate.

About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is a hotel and resort company that was founded in 1981 and is headquartered in Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey. The company operates over 9,000 hotels and resorts in more than 80 countries under 20 different brands, including Wyndham, Ramada, Days Inn, Super 8, and Howard Johnson. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is one of the largest hotel companies in the world, with a strong focus on providing high-quality accommodations and exceptional customer service. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including reducing energy and water usage, and increasing recycling and waste reduction. In 2018, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts was spun off from its parent company, Wyndham Worldwide, and became an independent publicly traded company.
Learn more about Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Size
8,000 employees
Market Cap
$6.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$132 million
5 Year Trend
+3.6%
Revenue
$1.3 billion
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