
✨ Catering & Sales Manager | Newly Renovated Hotel | Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential ✨
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Competitive wages
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
401(k) with Company Match
Tuition Assistance
discounted room rates
Training
Development
Career advancement opportunities
Job Description
The Courtyard by Marriott in Lyndhurst is a newly renovated hotel that offers contemporary accommodations alongside exceptional service and facilities. Situated in an accessible location, this hotel caters to both business and leisure travelers, providing an ideal setting for meetings, events, and comfortable stays. The establishment emphasizes quality, integrity, and guest satisfaction while maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment for guests and employees alike. As part of the Concord Hospitality family, the hotel benefits from a larger commitment to excellence rooted in long-term associate development, community engagement, and fun work culture.
The role of the Catering, Event & Sales Manager at Courtyard by Marriott Lyndhurst is a dynamic and multifaceted position that blends sales expertise, event management, and guest service. This leadership role requires a proactive attitude to drive catering and event sales, manage both social and corporate events, and maximize overall revenue opportunities, including guest room bookings. The manager plays a crucial part in elevating the hotel’s reputation by delivering outstanding event experiences that meet client expectations and enhance customer satisfaction.
Key responsibilities include spearheading business development efforts through strategic prospecting, networking, and relationship-building activities. The manager will manage a diverse portfolio of event opportunities, coordinating client consultations, site tours, and contract negotiations to convert prospects into confirmed business bookings. Creativity and innovation are essential to developing strategies that boost catering revenue, especially during off-peak periods. Collaboration with various hotel departments will ensure seamless event execution, from initial planning to final delivery, contributing to positive guest experiences.
Leadership is a cornerstone of this position; the manager will inspire their team by fostering a supportive and respectful work environment. Emphasizing integrity, transparency, and professionalism, they guide team members to achieve their full potential. Monitoring performance through sales metrics and budget adherence, the manager facilitates continual growth and operational excellence within the department. This role demands flexibility, including willingness to work weekends and holidays, and offers competitive wages alongside comprehensive benefits.
The role of the Catering, Event & Sales Manager at Courtyard by Marriott Lyndhurst is a dynamic and multifaceted position that blends sales expertise, event management, and guest service. This leadership role requires a proactive attitude to drive catering and event sales, manage both social and corporate events, and maximize overall revenue opportunities, including guest room bookings. The manager plays a crucial part in elevating the hotel’s reputation by delivering outstanding event experiences that meet client expectations and enhance customer satisfaction.
Key responsibilities include spearheading business development efforts through strategic prospecting, networking, and relationship-building activities. The manager will manage a diverse portfolio of event opportunities, coordinating client consultations, site tours, and contract negotiations to convert prospects into confirmed business bookings. Creativity and innovation are essential to developing strategies that boost catering revenue, especially during off-peak periods. Collaboration with various hotel departments will ensure seamless event execution, from initial planning to final delivery, contributing to positive guest experiences.
Leadership is a cornerstone of this position; the manager will inspire their team by fostering a supportive and respectful work environment. Emphasizing integrity, transparency, and professionalism, they guide team members to achieve their full potential. Monitoring performance through sales metrics and budget adherence, the manager facilitates continual growth and operational excellence within the department. This role demands flexibility, including willingness to work weekends and holidays, and offers competitive wages alongside comprehensive benefits.
Job Requirements
- Minimum 2 years experience in catering sales, hotel convention services, banquet management, hotel sales, or culinary arts (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Strong communication skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Guest-focused with attention to detail
- Commitment to delivering outstanding service
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years experience in catering sales, hotel convention services, banquet management, hotel sales, or culinary arts (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Strong communication skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Guest-focused with attention to detail
- Commitment to delivering outstanding service
Job Duties
- Drive catering and event sales through proactive prospecting, networking, referrals, and relationship-building efforts
- Develop and manage social, corporate, and group event opportunities, including guest rooms, banquet food and beverage, and upselling contracted groups
- Conduct site tours and client consultations to showcase the hotel’s event capabilities and convert leads into booked business
- Identify and implement creative strategies to increase catering revenue, particularly during low-demand periods
- Partner with clients to design successful events, recommend menus, and coordinate room layouts tailored to their needs
- Negotiate contracts and ensure all event details align with hotel policies and client expectations
- Serve as the primary point of contact before, during, and after events, delivering exceptional customer service throughout the planning process
- Collaborate closely with hotel departments to ensure flawless event execution and outstanding guest satisfaction
- Prepare, finalize, and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), maintaining accurate and detailed event records
- Lead pre-convention meetings, event walkthroughs, and post-event follow-ups to ensure every detail is executed to perfection
- Monitor sales goals, budgets, and revenue performance while identifying opportunities for growth and profitability
- Provide guidance, training, and support to team members, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and teamwork
- Ensure operational standards and service expectations are consistently met for all events and functions
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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