Four Seasons
Director of Catering
Four Seasons, Vail, Colorado, United States, 81657
About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
About the location:
Come and experience the Colorado lifestyle in the heart of the Rockies. Access to world class year-round outdoor lifestyle activities right in your backyard with a quick drive to Denver to stay current with live music, sports and cultural events. Eagle airport is in close proximity with flights to major cities to explore new locations through discounted hotel benefits. Join a team of inclusive, caring, and exceptional colleagues that are happy to invest in your development through best-in-class trainings to reach your potential. A place where you can give back to the community by taking part in our multiple initiatives with local neighborhood organizations that support regional and global causes. Gain exposure through opportunities to task force during low season with a broad network of Four Seasons colleagues to expand your knowledge and resources. We strive to provide a workplace where you can elevate your craft, advance your career, have an active lifestyle, and feel engaged with your team members and the community.
Director of Catering
About the role:
The Director of Catering oversees all aspects of the Event, Catering and Conference Services Department, reporting to the Director of Marketing. This includes the selling, servicing and financial management of the events taking place at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail. This leadership role requires vision and financial planning skills, excellent communication skills and people leadership. Financial acumen is essential for success in planning for and executing upon an operating budget for sales and servicing of event spaces.
What you will do:
Manage, supervise, and drive the Event, Catering, and Conference services team in alignment with the overall goals and objectives of the Resort.
Monitor, and act on any necessary changes or adjustments to the catering forecast and booking pace while driving the team to achieve results.
Oversee and submit the catering forecast on a bi-weekly basis to the Director of Marketing and the Director of Finance.
Drive and optimize revenue generation through product, pricing, guidelines, up-selling, and forecasting.
Oversee all hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, incentive monitoring, and processing for all Event, Catering and Conference Services team members.
Approximately twenty percent of time allocated to actively prospecting and soliciting clientele, developing, and maintaining local corporate catering accounts through sales calls, events, and on-site entertainment.
Manage and execute events, catering, and conference services for key accounts including hotel ownership, key legacy groups, and VIP accounts.
Maintain and monitor the accuracy and effectiveness of all written communication from the Catering Team.
Ensure seamless execution of all catering, banquet, and social events.
Actively strategize solutions to the inevitable challenges and glitches that arise while groups are on property to keep the Planning Committee and affected team members informed so prompt corrective action can be taken.
Contribute to the Annual Marketing Plan and Budget.
What you bring:
You have a professional career having over five years’ experience in the luxury hotel industry related to Catering with proven leadership of teams.
Professional attitude and sincere approach in interactions with the team, guests, and vendors via all communication platforms and face-to-face.
You create strong relationships and with ability and drive to maintain relationships with vendors, planners and within the Vail Valley Community.
Proven track record of success selling weddings, social events, and corporate catering events.
Your organizational and time management skills are impeccable, ensuring professionalism in preparing accurate written correspondence including letters, contracts and reports and the preparation of Banquet Event Orders, and resumes as needed.
Fluency in English is required for this location and this job requires applicants to have current work authorization in the in the United States.
What we offer:
Salary range: $95k - $110k annually.
Catering Sales Incentive.
Winter Season Lifestyle Benefit.
Merchant Pass and Eco Passes Available.
401k participation with company matching program.
Competitive Benefits: Medical, Dental and Life Insurance.
Discounted travel with discounted F&B and Spa Services at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Worldwide.
Free shift meal prepared by the culinary team.
Complimentary dry cleaning of uniforms.
Be yourself and become a member of a work family that cares about you and invests in your development.
Master your craft here and abroad!
Employee engagement at all levels; Where your thoughts and ideas are not only heard but actioned.
Schedule & Hours:
This is a full-time position.
A successful candidate will have a flexible schedule, and the ability to work morning, afternoon and evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Learn more about what it is like to work at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail, visit us:
http://fourseasons.com/vail/phots-and-videos/
We Are Four Seasons Video
http://jobs.fourseasons.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/four-seasons-hotels-and-resorts
https://www.facebook.com/FourSeasonsJobs
https://twitter.com/FourSeasonsJobs
We look forward to receiving your application!
Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
About the location:
Come and experience the Colorado lifestyle in the heart of the Rockies. Access to world class year-round outdoor lifestyle activities right in your backyard with a quick drive to Denver to stay current with live music, sports and cultural events. Eagle airport is in close proximity with flights to major cities to explore new locations through discounted hotel benefits. Join a team of inclusive, caring, and exceptional colleagues that are happy to invest in your development through best-in-class trainings to reach your potential. A place where you can give back to the community by taking part in our multiple initiatives with local neighborhood organizations that support regional and global causes. Gain exposure through opportunities to task force during low season with a broad network of Four Seasons colleagues to expand your knowledge and resources. We strive to provide a workplace where you can elevate your craft, advance your career, have an active lifestyle, and feel engaged with your team members and the community.
Director of Catering
About the role:
The Director of Catering oversees all aspects of the Event, Catering and Conference Services Department, reporting to the Director of Marketing. This includes the selling, servicing and financial management of the events taking place at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail. This leadership role requires vision and financial planning skills, excellent communication skills and people leadership. Financial acumen is essential for success in planning for and executing upon an operating budget for sales and servicing of event spaces.
What you will do:
Manage, supervise, and drive the Event, Catering, and Conference services team in alignment with the overall goals and objectives of the Resort.
Monitor, and act on any necessary changes or adjustments to the catering forecast and booking pace while driving the team to achieve results.
Oversee and submit the catering forecast on a bi-weekly basis to the Director of Marketing and the Director of Finance.
Drive and optimize revenue generation through product, pricing, guidelines, up-selling, and forecasting.
Oversee all hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, incentive monitoring, and processing for all Event, Catering and Conference Services team members.
Approximately twenty percent of time allocated to actively prospecting and soliciting clientele, developing, and maintaining local corporate catering accounts through sales calls, events, and on-site entertainment.
Manage and execute events, catering, and conference services for key accounts including hotel ownership, key legacy groups, and VIP accounts.
Maintain and monitor the accuracy and effectiveness of all written communication from the Catering Team.
Ensure seamless execution of all catering, banquet, and social events.
Actively strategize solutions to the inevitable challenges and glitches that arise while groups are on property to keep the Planning Committee and affected team members informed so prompt corrective action can be taken.
Contribute to the Annual Marketing Plan and Budget.
What you bring:
You have a professional career having over five years’ experience in the luxury hotel industry related to Catering with proven leadership of teams.
Professional attitude and sincere approach in interactions with the team, guests, and vendors via all communication platforms and face-to-face.
You create strong relationships and with ability and drive to maintain relationships with vendors, planners and within the Vail Valley Community.
Proven track record of success selling weddings, social events, and corporate catering events.
Your organizational and time management skills are impeccable, ensuring professionalism in preparing accurate written correspondence including letters, contracts and reports and the preparation of Banquet Event Orders, and resumes as needed.
Fluency in English is required for this location and this job requires applicants to have current work authorization in the in the United States.
What we offer:
Salary range: $95k - $110k annually.
Catering Sales Incentive.
Winter Season Lifestyle Benefit.
Merchant Pass and Eco Passes Available.
401k participation with company matching program.
Competitive Benefits: Medical, Dental and Life Insurance.
Discounted travel with discounted F&B and Spa Services at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Worldwide.
Free shift meal prepared by the culinary team.
Complimentary dry cleaning of uniforms.
Be yourself and become a member of a work family that cares about you and invests in your development.
Master your craft here and abroad!
Employee engagement at all levels; Where your thoughts and ideas are not only heard but actioned.
Schedule & Hours:
This is a full-time position.
A successful candidate will have a flexible schedule, and the ability to work morning, afternoon and evening shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Learn more about what it is like to work at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail, visit us:
http://fourseasons.com/vail/phots-and-videos/
We Are Four Seasons Video
http://jobs.fourseasons.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/four-seasons-hotels-and-resorts
https://www.facebook.com/FourSeasonsJobs
https://twitter.com/FourSeasonsJobs
We look forward to receiving your application!
Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr