Catering Sales Manager | Washington Marriott Capitol Hill

Join us as Catering Sales Manager | Washington Marriott Capitol Hill and be a part of a collaborative team of hospitality pros who are dedicated to curating and delivering hotel experiences as unique as the city they call home.

As the Catering Sales Manager you will be responsible for soliciting new accounts, and entertaining and maintaining relationships with existing accounts.

WHEN YOU'RE HERE:

PM Perks

• Medical (5 plans to choose from + eligible first full month)

• Dental + Vision options

• 401k 3% match

• PTO + Sick begins accruing Day 1

• 7 Paid Company Wide Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays

• Same Day Pay

• Short Term Disability options

• Life Insurance Options

• Hotel discounts

RESPONSIBILITIES + AUTHORITIES:

Here's a more in-depth look at what you'll be doing on a daily basis:

• Travel to meet with or call individual corporate clients by telephone to solicit annual, weekday and weekend business.

• Meet and greet clients, conduct property tours, and promote facilities and services. Answers customer inquiries.

• Develop and conduct persuasive verbal sales presentations for prospective clients.

• Develop client menus, write contracts and letters, as well as organize all other arrangements as they relate to social and corporate events.

• Supervise and attend the overall set-up and implementation of events and meetings.

• Communicate with relevant departments to ensure proper servicing of accounts.

• Prepare and present weekly and monthly catering/sales reports.

• Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff.

• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.

• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Creative | Collaborative | Enthusiastic | People Person

• Ability to use creative thinking to problem solve and advertise the brand.

• Proven, dynamic leader and self-starter.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated problem solving and interpersonal skills.

• Honesty, integrity, passion for hard work and success. Detail obsessed. Results driven.

QUALIFICATIONS + SKILLS:

• High School diploma or GED; OR 2-year degree from an accredited institution in culinary arts, hotel + restaurant management or related major

• 2 years' experience in the Catering Sales space, preferably in a hotel.

• Marriott Experience is preferred.

• Food safety knowledge is beneficial.

• Must have extensive knowledge of food & beverage etiquette, guest relations and service standards.

• Must be willing to "pitch-in" and help co- workers with their job duties and be a team player.

• Ability to analyze client needs and negotiate pricing.

• Basic mathematical skills to complete reports and points of sale.

• Ability to work under time pressure and for extensive hours.

WHO ARE WE?

ABOUT PM HOTEL GROUP | Awards + Accolades:

• Recognized as a Best Place to Work in Hospitality as seen in Hotel Business (2019)
• Fastest Growing Private Companies in DC - Washington Business Journal (2020 + 2019)
• Inc 5000 - Fastest Growing Private Hospitality Companies (2019)
• AHLA Paving the Way Award 2021 - Vanessa Stanley

PM is PEOPLE-POWERED

At PM Hotel Group we are passionate about fostering an environment that allows our associates to thrive. Creating a culture dedicated to respect, teamwork, entrepreneurial spirit, and the drive to succeed, we encourage our associates to express themselves and their unique talents. We celebrate diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion.

A top-15 hotel management company, PM Hotel Group has over two decades of experience building relationships with brands, partners, and third-party hotel owners. We know that our greatest resource is our people, and this people-first mindset is at the heart of our corporate DNA.

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