Summary 
The Catering Sales Manager is responsible for selling and managing all catering events for the hotel. This position contracts all catering-only programs for the hotel and supports the Food & Beverage Manager in oversight of the Catering/Banquet department staff training and compliance with all hotel policies. This position communicates all event details and expectations to Limelight Department Heads by conducting weekly BEO meetings and acts as liaison between client and The Limelight Hotel from initial sales inquiry to event completion and final billing. This position reports to the Limelight Associate Director of Sales and Limelight Director of Sales & Marketing.The budgeted salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000 plus sales incentive plan. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience, all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.Job Posting Deadline
Applications for this position will be accepted until January 26, 2025. Essential Job Functions
    Sell and contract catering events sold and contracted through the Limelight Hotel
    Responsible for responding to all incoming catering and other leads as assigned within (1) business day of receipt 
    Complete the sales process from initial sales contact through contract signing, ensuring a smooth customer experience
    Conduct Group and Catering site tours with clients/potential clients
    Coordinate events presented by the Catering and Sales departments, as well as in-house events with affiliated departmental team members overseeing client relationships 
    Trace and collect deposits for all contracted group events, acting as the Key Delphi Operator for the Banquet & Catering department
    Produce, sales correspondence, contracts/proposals, memos and manuals as directed by the Director of Sales and Food & Beverage Manager
    Produce and share Banquet Event Orders and event resumes with clients and hotel team members
    Direct weekly BEO (Catering) and pre-conference meetings, reviewing event details 
    Review event final bills with accounting to ensure correct billing procedures are followed
    Other duties as assigned