Catering Sales and Events Manager - InterContinental Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN, USA|Onsite, Travel

Job Overview

Employment Type

Hourly

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $28.00 - $35.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Uniform allowance

room discounts

Job Description

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is a globally recognized luxury hotel brand with a rich heritage dating back to the 1940s, renowned for pioneering international travel experiences. The InterContinental Indianapolis exemplifies urban luxury and timeless style, beautifully housed in the landmark Illinois Building at Monument Circle. This prestigious hotel features 170 modern guestrooms, 17 luxurious suites, a sophisticated lobby lounge, and a stunning rooftop bar offering iconic views of Monument Circle. The hotel combines elegant design with world-class service to create exceptional and memorable experiences for travelers and guests from around the world. Part of the InterContinental brand, the hotel embraces... Show More

Job Requirements

Frequently standing up or moving within and outside of the facility
carrying or lifting items weighing up to 25 pounds
handling objects
communication skills to interact with guests, employees, and third parties reflecting highly on the hotel, brand, and company
reading and writing abilities for completing paperwork, interpreting results, giving and receiving instructions, and training
mathematical skills including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances
problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational, and training abilities
ability to travel to attend workshops, tradeshows, conventions
may require a valid driver’s license
may be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays

Job Qualifications

College degree with 2-3 years sales or marketing related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
related degree preferred
prior hotel and/or catering experience preferred
must speak fluent English
other languages preferred

Job Duties

Developing target base of wedding clientele
developing and implementing event strategies including setting goals, objectives, and budgets
overseeing all logistical aspects of events including venue selection, accommodation, transportation, audio-visual setup, catering and equipment rentals
building and maintaining relationships with clients and providing exceptional customer service
overseeing on-site event operations including staff coordination and troubleshooting
identifying and mitigating potential risks and developing contingency plans
gathering post-event feedback, analyzing data, and implementing changes for future events
staying updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in event management

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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