Marriott Chicago Midway - Area Director Catering

Chicago Marriott Midway is a distinguished hotel recognized for its exceptional hospitality and commitment to guest satisfaction. Named a 2020 AAA Inspector's Best of Housekeeping hotel, it offers sophisticated comforts and vibrant social opportunities right near Chicago Midway Airport. Guests benefit from stylish rooms equipped with pillow-top mattresses and ergonomic workstations, as well as select suites granting access to an exclusive concierge lounge. Visitors can start their mornings with premium beverages from the onsite Starbucks and indulge in delicious meals at the Copper Fox restaurant. The hotel caters to active lifestyles with its indoor pool and around-the-clock fitness center, providing both relaxation and wellness options. Conveniently located close to popular attractions such as Downtown Chicago, SeatGeek Stadium, and Brookfield Zoo, Chicago Marriott Midway is a prime choice for both business travelers and leisure guests. Its well-designed event spaces are perfect for business meetings, weddings, and other special occasions, supported by complimentary airport shuttle services to simplify group travel.

The role of Area Director of Catering at Chicago Marriott Midway is dynamic and pivotal to the hotel's success in meeting and exceeding catering revenue targets. As the Area Director, you will lead a dedicated catering team responsible for orchestrating memorable events across two or more properties. Your primary mission is to ensure that your team's sales goals are achieved while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction among meeting planners and clients. You will oversee at least three full-time employees, fostering a motivated and high-performing work environment. Your focus will be strategic, spending over half of your time on executive decision-making and long-term planning to drive revenue growth and operational excellence.

In this leadership capacity, you will act as the main liaison between catering, hotel management, and marketing teams to guarantee seamless event execution. Your responsibilities include contract negotiation, meticulous management of food and beverage revenue, and staying abreast of market trends to position your properties ahead of the competition. You will be an advocate for creative promotions and active community engagement to enhance brand presence. Your role demands exceptional communication and negotiation skills, along with proficiency in financial data analysis and problem-solving to align with organizational goals. By inspiring your team through effective training and motivational leadership, you will ensure the delivery of unparalleled catering experiences that delight clients and create lasting impressions. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package after an initial waiting period, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, disability income plans, life insurance, paid time off, employee assistance, and a 401k retirement plan. Daily pay is also available as a unique benefit to support employees' financial flexibility.