Catering & Conference Services Executive

Catering & Conference Services Executive

Our client, an iconic South Florida destination resort, is looking for an experienced and motivated Conference Services Manager. Join a dynamic team where your creativity and expertise will drive extraordinary events. If you're passionate about event management and thrive in an innovative, collaborative setting, this role offers a unique opportunity to make your mark in the luxury hospitality space while learning from the best in the industry.

Event Leadership:

• Collaborate with meeting planners to craft custom menus, set engaging agendas, and coordinate comprehensive meeting services, hospitality amenities, and VIP requests.
• Draft proposals, negotiate contracts, and manage every detail of social and corporate events from start to finish.

Operational Excellence:

• Create and manage detailed event orders and maintain thorough documentation (Banquet Event Orders, resumes, rooming lists).
• Accurately forecast and monitor food and beverage revenue on a monthly basis.
• Serve as the on-site contact during events, ensuring any challenges are promptly addressed.

Innovation & Collaboration:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of custom menus and innovative presentation ideas.
• Maintain seamless communication with internal teams including Food & Beverage, Culinary, Sales & Marketing, and AV Operations and with external partners such as meeting planners, vendors, and production companies.

Standard Management & Administration:

• Enforce contractual agreements related to meeting spaces, food & beverage services, and special concessions.
• Provide clear, concise updates to all stakeholders throughout the event planning and execution process.

Who You Are:

Experienced & Adaptable:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Banquet/Catering/Convention or Food & Beverage operations.
• Strong working knowledge of hotel operations and computer systems.

A Strong Communicator:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Skilled at analyzing data and preparing detailed reports.

Professional & Presentable:

• A bachelors degree in Hospitality, Hotel Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• A polished appearance and demeanor that reflect the high-profile nature of the role.

Physically Prepared:

• Able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, including lifting up to 50 pounds and sustaining an 8+ hour shift.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Our client is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and maintains a drug-free workplace with pre-employment substance abuse testing.