Hilton Worldwide Arlington , VA 22201
Posted 4 weeks ago
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for hospitality and events? Hilton Arlington National Landing is seeking an exceptional Director of Catering and Events to join our team! Our hotel boasts 24,076 square feet of versatile meeting space, 19 modern meeting rooms, and 393 luxurious guest rooms, making us a premier destination for business and social gatherings in the heart of Arlington. In this role, you will provide strategic leadership for Group and Local Catering Sales and Event Management, driving outstanding guest service and financial profitability.
What will I be doing?
As a Director of Catering and Events, you would be responsible for the strategic leadership of Group and Local Catering Sales and Event Management in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
Direct Event Management team in the execution of negotiated group sales agreements and affiliate business solicitation
Manage high profile and/or overflow group business, as appropriate
Direct and administer all Group and Local Catering Sales and Event Management operations including, but not limited to, revenue maximization initiatives, market development, solicitation plans, meeting space and room block management, negotiation of supplier services, budgeting and forecasting, systems management, department management and meeting participation and facilitation
Serve as primary liaison with Group Sales team and Events to ensure quality of booking criteria and contract integrity
Foster relationships and communication between Event Managers and clients
Direct daily department operations, guest conflict resolution, interaction with National Sales, Sales Technology Support and generation of corporate and hotel-level reports
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What are we looking for?
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
Quality
Productivity
Dependability
Customer Focus
Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
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