Event Manager | The Landing Hotel at Hampton Marina

Virginia Beach, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $48,500.00 - $70,800.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

accident insurance

short and long term disability insurance

Pet insurance

Gym membership discounts

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Employee Discounts

401k plan with company match

Footwear discounts

Job Description

Shamin Hotels is a prominent family-owned and operated hospitality company based in Central Virginia, renowned for its dedication to creating memorable experiences for all guests. With a rich history dating back to 1978, when P.C. Amin and B.N. Shah purchased a bankrupt hotel in Lumberton, North Carolina, Shamin Hotels has grown substantially over the decades. Today, it stands as the largest hotel owner and operator in Virginia with an extensive portfolio of over 70 hotels across multiple states. The company values teamwork, a commitment to excellence, and personal growth, making it an ideal place for individuals who are passionate about... Show More

Job Requirements

Team up: be golden, collaborate and help others succeed
own it: be a role model, embrace responsibility and keep learning
passionately serve: be positive, care deeply and create memories

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred
previous experience in catering sales, event planning, or hospitality management, with a strong understanding of catering operations and customer service
excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
strong organizational and project management abilities, with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
knowledge of food and beverage trends, menu planning, and culinary techniques
familiarity with catering software, POS systems, and event management tools
ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required

Job Duties

Identify and pursue opportunities to generate catering sales through marketing efforts, networking, and relationship building
meet with potential clients to understand their catering needs, preferences, and budgetary requirements
prepare and present catering proposals, menus, and pricing quotes to clients, negotiating terms and finalizing contracts
work closely with clients to plan and coordinate all aspects of catering events, including menu selection, venue setup, decor, and entertainment
coordinate with internal departments, such as culinary, operations, and logistics, to ensure seamless execution of events
create detailed event timelines, production schedules, and floor plans to guide staff and vendors during setup, service, and breakdown
recruit, hire, train, and supervise catering staff, including servers, bartenders, chefs, and event coordinators
provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and development opportunities to ensure staff members are skilled, motivated, and aligned with the company’s objectives
schedule staff assignments, manage labor costs, and maintain adequate staffing levels to meet event demands
cultivate positive relationships with clients, ensuring their needs are met and expectations are exceeded throughout the catering process
communicate effectively with clients to address any questions, concerns, or changes to event plans promptly and professionally
provide personalized service and attention to detail to enhance the overall customer experience and earn repeat business and referrals
develop and manage catering budgets, forecasts, and financial goals, striving to achieve revenue targets and maximize profitability
monitor catering sales performance, track expenses, and analyze financial reports to identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue growth
implement pricing strategies, promotions, and upselling techniques to drive sales and enhance profitability
ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and licensing requirements related to food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service
maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and service, conducting regular inspections and audits to uphold company and industry standards
address any issues or concerns related to food safety, sanitation, or service quality promptly and effectively

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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