Catering Sales Manager

The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites Los Angeles is a prominent, independently franchised hotel located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles at 404 S Figueroa Street. Owned and operated by Aimbridge Hospitality, this distinguished hotel provides upscale accommodations and premium services catering to leisure guests, business travelers, and large group events like SMERF (Social, Military, Educational, Religious, and Fraternal) groups. The hotel features iconic architecture and provides guests with a luxurious experience through its modern amenities, customer service excellence, and versatile event spaces. Aimbridge Hospitality, as the franchisee, is a global leader in third-party hotel management and operates the hotel with full autonomy over employment practices and policies, creating unique opportunities for career growth and development within the hospitality industry.This hiring opportunity reflects the hotel's commitment to superior guest experiences and event execution, seeking a dynamic professional to join the team as a full-time Catering Manager. This position reports directly to management but is non-management in classification, emphasizing hands-on involvement and leadership without typical managerial bureaucracy. The Catering Manager will play a vital role in driving the hotel’s sales and marketing objectives by focusing on catering event sales, client relationships, event coordination, and overall revenue enhancement. The role demands a passionate individual eager to exceed sales targets, cultivate long-term client relationships, and excel in a fast-paced environment where creativity and attention to detail are paramount. The Catering Manager will be responsible for organizing seamless events, managing banquet orders, coordinating schedules, and representing the hotel at local community and industry events. A strong service orientation and professionalism when interacting with guests and team members are essential, ensuring every engagement aligns with company standards and contributes to outstanding catering statistics.The ideal candidate should thrive in a collaborative setting, offering support in team meetings, promotions, and special projects as needed by management. They will demonstrate trustworthiness in managing sensitive information and spaces, exhibiting impeccable judgment and character to uphold the hotel's reputation. This position is designated as an overtime eligible manager, meaning that overtime compensation will be provided as mandated. The annual salary range for this full-time role is competitive, positioned between $80,000 and $84,000. Additionally, comprehensive benefits follow an initial eligibility waiting period, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, disability income options, life insurance, paid time off, employee assistance programs, and a 401k retirement plan. Furthermore, the hotel offers the innovative benefit of daily pay options, enhancing financial flexibility for its employees. This opportunity presents a rewarding career path for those passionate about hospitality sales, event coordination, and client service excellence in a prestigious hotel environment, where making events memorable and clients loyal is the daily objective.