Mgr Catering Sales

CATERING / SALES MANAGER

Company Description

Discover all that West End Nashville has to offer at the Holiday Inn Nashville Vanderbilt. Located in the heart of everything, from shopping to entertainment, you are within walking distance of Vanderbilt University, Centennial Park, and more. With amenities like a microwave, refrigerator, and high-speed Internet, the hotel provides the perfect retreat for both business and leisure travelers. Meet local songwriters in our Iconic Commodore Grille, 7 nights a week while enjoying amazing menu items from our refreshed menu from Chef Christoper Beavers.

What you can expect from us:

 We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. 

 Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 

 IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.  

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Catering Sales Manager located in Nashville, TN at the Holiday Inn Nashville Vanderbilt. The Catering Sales Manager will be responsible for customer satisfaction, catering sales, event planning, customer service, and overseeing food & beverage operations.

Qualifications

• Customer Satisfaction and Customer Service skills
• Catering Sales and Event Planning skills
• Food & Beverage knowledge
• Experience in the hospitality industry
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred but not required.
• Previous experience in sales or event planning is a plus
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating,organizaiton and training abilities
• Ability to travel to attend workshops, tradeshows, conventions, trainings.
• Scheduling may include working nights, weekends, and/or holidays.