Share Email Opening Title Catering Sales Manager  Division Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa   Description The Catering Sales Manager will cultivate new volume accounts while strengthening relationships with assigned existing accounts to drive business growth. Enhance the brand's presence and reputation within the local community across multiple hotel properties. HOW YOU'LL SHAPE THE EXPERIENCE & FUTURE Handle and follow up on inquiries for small meetings/events with or without guestrooms. Follow up on leads by qualifying the customer's needs and dates for the event to determine if the business is a good fit for the property. Negotiate contracts and banquet event orders (BEO). Identify and price customer needs for the event, up-selling where possible, and closing the sale with the customer, collecting the customer deposit and signature on the BEO. Communicate group details/changes to all hotel departments, coordinating customer's needs with other property business and activities to ensure customer's expectations are met and the property operates efficiently. Present potential business at Driver Meetings to determine best mix of customers for hotel to attain budgeted revenues. Conduct meetings with client and hotel staff to ensure each event meets client's expectations. Finalize and detail catering plans for groups contracted by assigned sales manager. Completely orchestrates these functions on-site or off-site. Empowered to do whatever it takes to solve problems. Prospect for new catering business using a wide variety of methods including phone calls, outside sales calls, trade shows, attending community functions, blitzes, internet prospecting, supplier partnerships, etc. Monitor blocked space to ensure group is meeting their contractual obligations. Initiate release of blocked space on cut-off date to allow sale of these rooms to other customers. Maintain account files in software system, ensuring accurate communication between client and hotel staff. Other duties as assigned. KEY STRENGTHS FOR SUCCESS Strong sales and negotiation acumen with the ability to identify and close business opportunities. Relationship builder with a client-first mindset and polished communication skills. Detail-oriented event planner with the ability to manage multiple programs and deadlines. Highly organized with expertise in BEO creation, lead management, and CRM systems. Strategic thinker who can align sales initiatives with broader business goals. Comfortable in a fast-paced, multi-property environment. Proven ability to upsell and maximize revenue without compromising guest satisfaction. Confident presenter and team collaborator with a hospitality-driven work ethic. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Minimum 2 years of experience in catering sales or related hotel disciplines, including: Convention services Event planning and execution Banquet or culinary operations Proven track record of exceeding sales targets and client satisfaction metrics. ACADEMIC BACKGROUND Bachelor's Degree in Business, Hospitality Management, Marketing, or a related field. Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation for attending client appointments, off-site events, and community functions. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision (HSA available) Company-paid disability & life insurance Employee Assistance Program Supplemental benefits 401(k) with match Employee discounts Paid vacation & sick time   Position Requirements Successful completion of a background check is required prior to employment.   Category Event Management   Location Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa 263   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Shift -not applicable-   CA Pay Range   Number of Openings 1   Req Number EVE-26-00006   EOE Statement HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect, the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older) disability, genetic information, family or parental status, military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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