Catering Sales Manager

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/7/2024
Property Description:
The Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter (previously Hotel Solamar) is the brand's first city-center location on the West Coast, and seamlessly blends the excitement of a metropolitan oasis with the carefree feeling of the islands. Located in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter, just blocks from Petco Park and the San Diego Convention Center, Margaritaville features 235 guest rooms as well as signature Margaritaville food and beverage concepts.

LandShark Bar & Grill is our 3 meal restaurant with garage style doors opening to the corners of 6th and J St. Serving guest favorites like the signature LandShark burger, fish sandwiches, tacos, and fresh salads, LandShark puts a contemporary twist on classic American beach fare. Coastal-inspired menus, live music, and views of downtown San Diego complete the breezy beach bar vibe.

5 o’Clock Somewhere, the largest downtown rooftop pool space with a hip lounge and dining area boasting live entertainment 5-7 days a week. The venue features 168 seats – 18 at the bar, and 150 seats with tables. On the poolside, there will be 42 pool chairs, including day beds and cabanas.
Overview:
Are you a highly motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for sales and event planning? Are you ready to take your career to the next level in the hospitality industry? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Catering Sales Manager to join our team. As a Senior Catering Sales Manager, you will be responsible for driving sales and revenue by selling our exceptional catering services to corporate clients, social event planners, and wedding couples. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your creativity, build strong relationships with clients, and contribute to the success of our hotel/resort.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement sales strategies to maximize catering revenue and achieve sales targets
  • Identify and proactively pursue new business opportunities through targeted sales efforts
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate clients, event planners, and industry partners
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide customized catering solutions
  • Coordinate and oversee the planning and execution of events, ensuring a seamless experience for clients and their guests
  • Prepare and present proposals, contracts, and pricing negotiations to clients
  • Stay updated on industry trends and competitor offerings to ensure a competitive edge
  • Provide exceptional customer service and resolve any issues or concerns that arise during the event planning process
As a Senior Catering Sales Manager, you will have the opportunity to showcase your sales expertise, creativity, and customer service skills while working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. We offer a competitive salary, attractive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth within our renowned hotel/resort. Join our team and be part of a culture that values excellence, teamwork, and delivering unforgettable experiences to our clients. Apply now to join our dedicated team as a Senior Catering Sales Manager and take your career to new heights in the hospitality industry.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years of catering sales experience in a hotel or resort setting
  • Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Proficient in event management software and CRM systems
  • Knowledge of food and beverage industry trends and menu planning
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain client relationships
Benefits:

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.


In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

  • Three Tiers of Medical Coverage
  • Dental & Vision Coverage
  • 24/7 Teledoc service
  • Free Maintenance Medications
  • Pet Insurance
  • Hotel Discounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
  • 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.


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Salary Range: USD $75,000.00 - USD $80,000.00 /Yr.

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