Hilton Grand Vacations

Senior Catering Manager - Embassy Suites by Hilton DC Convention Center

Hilton Grand Vacations$80K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in a full-service hotel environment
  • Proven track record in Hotel Group & Catering Sales
  • Strong skills in developing client relationships
  • Ability to create innovative catering experiences
  • Effective team leadership and coaching abilities

Responsibilities

  • Grow catering market segments by soliciting new client relationships
  • Cultivate client relationships to secure repeat business
  • Create exceptional experiences through innovative menu design
  • Oversee event coordination and ensure smooth execution of events
  • Guide team performance with clear communication and coaching

Benefits

  • Availability of benefits may vary by location
  • Eligibility for employee discounts at Hilton properties
  • Access to training and professional development programs
  • Participate in wellness programs and initiatives
  • Flexible work schedules to support work-life balance
Full Job Description
Job Description

Picture yourself brightening someone's day. As a Senior Catering Manager, you're not just overseeing the planning and execution of catered events, you're spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make every guest stay exceptional. This position requires a tenured hospitality professional with demonstrated Hotel Group & Catering Sales Manager experience and a proven history of success driving group and catering revenue in a full-service hotel environment.

Responsibilities

Here's what you'll do during a typical day:
  • Grow catering market segments: Solicit new client relationships, develop proposals, and negotiate contracts to close new business
  • Cultivate client relationships: Maintain strong connections with existing corporate and social accounts to secure repeat business
  • Create exceptional experiences: Design creative menus and catered events that maximize revenue and elevate the guest experience
  • Oversee event coordination: Manage event documentation, facilitate seamless transitions throughout the pre-event, event, and post-event phases of events, and serve as the primary client contact to ensure smooth execution, proactive issue resolution, and an exceptional event experience
  • Guide team performance: Communicate client requirements, provide direction, and offer feedback and coaching to ensure consistent, high-level service


Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we're more than a great place to stay-we're a great place to work.

*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member's location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

About Hilton Grand Vacations

Hilton Grand Vacations is a global leader in vacation ownership, providing exclusive access to some of the world's most popular destinations. With a portfolio of 62 resorts and over 325,000 members, the company offers a range of vacation experiences, from beachfront getaways to mountain retreats. Hilton Grand Vacations is committed to providing exceptional customer service and creating unforgettable vacation memories for its members.
Learn more about Hilton Grand Vacations
Size
13,000 employees
Market Cap
$4.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$201 million
Founded
1992
5 Year Trend
+8.1%
Revenue
$894 million
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