Catering Sales Manager - AC Hotel By Marriott Fort Lauderdale Sawgrass Mills / Sunrise - Prior Experience Recommended

Concord Hospitality is seeking a proactive and results-driven Catering & Sales Manager to lead social and corporate catering events, including guest room bookings. This role combines sales, event management, and guest service, with a focus on maximizing revenue and delivering exceptional experiences. A flexible schedule, including weekends (and peak-season Tuesday-Saturday), is required.

As a Concord Leader you will be responsible to:

• Inspire greatness in your team.
• Encourage and support team members to reach their full potential.
• Create a work environment that is a Great Place to Work for all.
• Lead with integrity, transparency, respect, and professionalism.
• Care for your team and their families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sell and manage social and corporate catering events, including guest rooms, banquet food & beverage, and upselling contracted groups
• Negotiate contracts, suggest menus, and coordinate room setups according to policy and client needs
• Collaborate with hotel departments to ensure flawless event execution and guest satisfaction
• Generate new business through solicitation, networking, and follow-up with past clients
• Finalize and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and maintain accurate event records
• Lead pre-event, on-site, and post-event communications to ensure service excellence
• Monitor budgets, sales quotas, and revenue opportunities; implement strategies to increase catering revenue during low-demand periods
• Conduct site tours for prospective clients and facilitate client meetings as needed
• Train, delegate, and guide staff to ensure smooth operation of events and service standards

Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in catering sales, hotel convention services, banquet management, hotel sales, or culinary arts (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Guest-focused with attention to detail and a commitment to delivering outstanding service

Why Join Concord?

We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Discounted hotel stays
• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities
• Eligibility for a performance-based bonus upon attainment of objectives

Why Concord?

Our culture is built on our five Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and Fun. We provide a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding workplace where associates are valued, trained, and given opportunities to grow.

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly support diversity and inclusion through our mission to be a "Great Place to Work for All."

We are Concord!