Catering Sales Manager

The Hilton Alexandria Mark Center is a prestigious and upscale hotel located in Alexandria, Virginia. Renowned for its luxurious accommodations, state-of-the-art amenities, and impeccable guest services, this distinguished hotel offers an exceptional hospitality experience to a diverse clientele, including business travelers, families, and leisure seekers. The hotel’s strategic location makes it a popular choice for those visiting the Alexandria area for both business and pleasure. As part of the esteemed Hilton brand, it upholds the highest standards of comfort, convenience, and professionalism, making every guest stay memorable and enjoyable.

Joining the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center team means becoming part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where guest satisfaction is paramount. The hotel prides itself on delivering superior service through a dedicated staff committed to excellence. Employees at this hotel enjoy the opportunity to work in a collaborative atmosphere that fosters personal and professional growth, while being supported by a company that values innovation, customer focus, and teamwork.

The role of Catering Sales Manager at Hilton Alexandria Mark Center offers an exciting opportunity for a results-oriented sales professional with a passion for the hospitality industry and event planning. This role is instrumental in driving catering sales and revenue by creating memorable and customized event experiences for clients. The Catering Sales Manager will engage with clients to understand their unique needs, develop tailored proposals, and collaborate closely with culinary and event teams to ensure seamless execution of events.

This position involves conducting site visits, presenting event proposals that highlight the hotel’s exceptional offerings, and building long-lasting relationships with clients. Keeping abreast of industry trends and competitive activities is essential to identifying new business opportunities and maintaining a strong market presence. The Catering Sales Manager also serves as a brand ambassador, promoting the hotel’s catering and event services to potential clients and contributing to the overall success of the venue.

The ideal candidate will bring creativity, energy, and enthusiasm to the role, thriving in a target-driven, fast-paced environment where attention to detail and exceptional customer service are critical. This role is an excellent fit for individuals with outstanding communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills who are looking to advance their careers in a prestigious hospitality setting. By joining the team, the candidate will be part of a highly respected hospitality brand that values innovation, guest satisfaction, and team collaboration, offering numerous opportunities for growth and development.

The Hilton Alexandria Mark Center is managed by Davidson Hospitality Group, a trusted and award-winning full-service hospitality management company overseeing a broad portfolio of hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues across the United States. Davidson Hospitality Group partners with world-class brands including Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville. Known for its entrepreneurial management philosophy and owners’ mentality, Davidson provides the personalized service typical of a small company combined with the extensive resources and expertise of a large organization.

Davidson Hospitality Group offers an enriching benefits program designed to support the well-being and professional growth of its employees and their families. Benefits include multiple tiers of medical coverage, dental and vision plans, 24/7 teledoc service, free maintenance medications, pet insurance, hotel discounts, tuition reimbursement, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, bereavement, and holidays, as well as a 401K retirement plan with matching contributions.

Employment with Davidson Hospitality Group and the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center is about more than just securing a job; it’s about joining a passionate team dedicated to redefining quality in hospitality. Davidson values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity across minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, gender identities, and sexual orientations. Compliance with a drug-free workplace policy is mandatory, including pre-employment drug testing and background checks, with participation in E-Verify to ensure legal work status.