Catering Sales Manager

Seacrest Beach Resort is a premier luxury resort known for its exceptional service, beautiful beachfront location, and exquisite amenities. Located in an idyllic setting, the resort caters to a wide array of guests seeking memorable experiences ranging from relaxing vacations to elegant weddings and corporate events. As part of the prestigious Echelon Luxury & Lifestyle division of HHM Hotels, Seacrest Beach Resort upholds high standards of hospitality excellence, balancing luxury with a warm, welcoming environment. The resort places a strong emphasis on delivering impeccable guest services, creating lasting impressions, and fostering repeat business through attention to detail and personalized care.

The Catering Manager role at Seacrest Beach Resort is a pivotal position within the resort’s event services. This is a year-round, full-time opportunity offering a competitive salary in the range of $60,000 to $68,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Additionally, there is a quarterly incentive program providing up to 20% bonus after the first 90 days of employment. The Catering Manager is responsible for managing and servicing social catering opportunities including weddings, inhouse events, and other functions as directed. This role requires meticulous attention to detail ensuring that every event exceeds guest expectations and maintains the resort’s reputation as a top-tier wedding and event destination.

The successful candidate will use their expertise to achieve both personal and team financial goals by upselling menu enhancements and leveraging seasonal or demand-based pricing strategies. They will foster strong relationships with clients, promoting all outlets and features of the hotel to encourage repeat business and positive word-of-mouth. A key aspect of this role involves the management of client communications, contract details, deposit collection, and collaboration with operational teams to ensure flawless event execution.

Seacrest Beach Resort supports professional development and growth opportunities with a clear career path towards positions such as Director of Catering or Group Sales Manager. The Catering Manager is expected to actively participate in planning initiatives like wedding tasting events, utilize hotel communication tools for detailed event management, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients during events. The resort values teamwork, excellence, agility, and ownership, which are integral to the corporate culture and operational philosophy of HHM Hotels. As an equal opportunity employer, the resort encourages diversity and inclusion in its hiring practices.

This role is suited for an individual with prior experience in hotel or event management, with a strong preference for those with wedding experience. The environment involves physically engaging tasks including frequent walking, lifting up to 20 pounds, and manual dexterity for operating computers and coordinating logistics. The work schedule is variable and includes holidays and weekends as required by event schedules.

Joining Seacrest Beach Resort as a Catering Manager means becoming part of a dedicated team committed to delivering extraordinary hospitality within one of the most sought-after event locations. This opportunity allows the candidate to showcase their talents in event planning, client relations, and operational excellence, contributing directly to the resort's continued success and distinguished reputation in the luxury hospitality industry.