Amelia Island, FL, 32034, USA
4 days ago
Catering Services Manager
Overview Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa At Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa guests can explore 3.5 miles of pristine beach and scenic marshlands while enjoying luxurious oceanfront accommodations, world-class resort pools, championship golf, full-service spa, endless dining options and family-friendly activities. Omni Amelia Island Resort and Spa's associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa may be your perfect match. Job Description + To creatively solicit and upsell all hotel customers and to ensure that value paid is value received, not only in product, but in service and in ambiance. Responsibilities + Solicitation of local catering events. + Maximize Catering revenues from local catering groups and minimize erosion of check averages from price-sensitive groups. Communication of function-arrangements to all responsible hotel departments. + Communication with clients prior to events to initiate, negotiate, and close contracts for all catered functions. + Creation of profitable menus and distribution of client expectations to Food & Beverage Departments. + Coordinate Catering support services (flowers, entertainment, decoration, A/V, valet parking, etc.) to provide complete client satisfaction. + Maximize revenues for the hotel through upselling support services that pay the hotel commission or provide the services at a discount to the hotel. + Physically double-check all function arrangements against specifications of client. Correct where necessary. + Review event billing prior to bill being sent to client. + Research and cost out new menu items. + Client contact and effective communication to ensure repeat bookings. + Develop and implement strategic plans to solicit new business and/ or maximize revenue for the hotel. + Other duties as assigned by Director of Catering and Convention Services. Qualifications + Previous Sales, Catering and/or Conference Services experience in the Hospitality industry required. + Associates Degree or higher strongly preferred. + Must be proficient in Microsoft programs. + Previous experience with Delphi strongly preferred. + Must be able to communicate effectively with clients and team members. + Must be able to work cohesively with many departments - Sales, Culinary, Banquets, Front Office, etc. + Position requires movement throughout interior and exterior of the resort. + Must be able to operate office equipment - computer, copier, fax, printer. + Must be able to sit for long periods of time, lift up to 25 lbs unassisted, manuever throughout resort when walking space with clients. Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster (https://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm) and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp\_formattedESQA508c.pdf) If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com. Job LocationsUS-FL-Amelia Island Posted Date3 days ago(1/20/2025 4:54 PM) Requisition ID 2025-118648 # of Openings 1 Category (Portal Searching) Catering and Convention Services
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