Event Sales & Service Manager

Wild Dunes Resort is a premier oceanfront destination nestled along the beautiful coastline, offering guests a blend of luxury accommodations, world-class amenities, and unparalleled event hosting capabilities. Known for its charming coastal ambiance, exceptional service, and stunning views, Wild Dunes Resort provides an ideal setting for weddings, social gatherings, corporate events, and leisure travel. The resort is deeply committed to creating memorable experiences through meticulous attention to detail and a passion for hospitality excellence. With an emphasis on teamwork, career growth, and delivering outstanding guest service, Wild Dunes Resort fosters an engaging and supportive work environment that encourages high performance and professional development.

The Catering Sales Manager at Wild Dunes Resort plays a vital role in driving banquet food and beverage revenue while securing meeting room rentals. This position specializes in the Wedding and Social markets and requires proactive coordination to ensure every event runs flawlessly from start to finish. Reporting to the Director of Events and working closely with the Director of Sales, Marketing, and Events, the Catering Sales Manager is responsible for selling, planning, and servicing various functions. Their duties include menu planning, developing event agendas, reviewing contracts, and liaising between clients and the resort’s departments. The manager also conducts site inspections, hosts client entertainment, facilitates communication throughout all event stages, participates in event meetings, and leads new business prospecting efforts.

This role demands a blend of sales skills, event planning knowledge, and a keen ability to nurture client relationships while collaborating cross-functionally with multiple teams within the resort. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and possesses strong verbal and written communication skills. They should thrive in fast-paced environments, demonstrate a passion for excellent service, and have experience in hotel sales or event planning. Wild Dunes Resort offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k with company match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and employee stock purchase plans. Additionally, employees enjoy resort perks such as free room nights, discounted room rates for friends and family, and access to resort amenities during time off. This full-time role is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to grow their careers in hospitality sales while contributing to the creation of unforgettable event experiences.