Senior Catering Sales Manager | Hawaii Convention Center F&B

Position Overview POSITION: Senior Catering Sales Manager DEPARTMENT: Food & Beverage FLSA STATUS: Salaried, Exempt Role Summary Strategic revenue leader responsible for driving catering and food & beverage sales within the Food & Beverage department of the Hawaii Convention Center. The role partners closely with Sales and Event teams to secure, plan, and execute complex, high‑volume events ranging from citywide conventions to corporate programs and large‑scale banquets. Key Responsibilities Act as senior leader/mentor to assist catering sales team in accomplishing sales and marketing goals. Use Sales and Marketing principles to promote the facility. Assist Director in developing Sales Plan to include goals and sales/marketing initiatives. Prospect new and repeat business to achieve set goals within specified market. Assist catering sales and service personnel with sales/upselling strategies, service recovery, and problem solving, as needed. Carry out specific sales plan for events with support of advertising, as requested by the Director. Audit client accounts/profiles in property management system to ensure accuracy of information. Assist Director in ensuring sales policies are adhered to. Quote rates and food and beverage minimums or pricing estimates and assist with formal license agreements. Prepare and execute contracts. Build strong partnership with operational departments and onsite DMO sales team. Maintain an active list of resources for client and internal operational use. Uphold and demonstrate a complete understanding of company policies and procedures. Understand menus and event offerings cost structure to meet profitability guidelines. Detail the Food and Beverage components for self‑contracted programs and assigned accounts contracted by DMO Sales Managers. Produce required Banquet Event Orders and receive client approval. Send client pre‑event information and follow‑up information that affects booking. Work with Event Managers to handle pre‑event client correspondence and meetings to detail the food and beverage components of assigned/contracted events. Liaise with culinary and operations to ensure proper dissemination of information for event logistics. Coordinate menu tastings, as requested and applicable. Greet on‑site client representative for all assigned events and provide proper introductions and turnovers to operations. Organize client post‑event meetings to gain required feedback. Produce necessary sales reports and tracking metrics. Supervisory Responsibilities Interview, hire, and train employees. Plan, assign, and direct work. Appraise performance, reward, and discipline employees. Address complaints and resolve problems. Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, Marketing, or related field preferred. Minimum 5–7+ years of progressive catering sales experience, preferably within a convention center, large hotel, or high‑volume event venue. Proven track record of managing and closing complex, high‑revenue events ($100K+ F & B programs preferred). Experience working with citywide conventions and large‑scale events strongly preferred. Skills and Abilities Strong business acumen with the ability to drive revenue and profitability. Exceptional client relationship management and consultative sales skills. Advanced negotiation and contract management capabilities. Ability to manage multiple high‑profile events simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment. Strong leadership presence with experience mentoring or leading teams. Excellent communication, organization, and attention to detail. Computer Skills Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; working knowledge of spreadsheet and work processing software. Other Qualifications Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event demands. Ability to thrive in a high‑volume, fast‑paced convention center environment. Occasional travel as needed. Compensation and Benefits Competitive salary range of $80,000 – $90,000 commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401(k) plan. Working Conditions Location: On Site – Honolulu, HI Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Note: The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Equal Opportunity Statement Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. #J-18808-Ljbffr ASM Global-AEG Management HCC LLC.