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Remington Hotels

Events & Catering Manager

Remington Hotels, West Palm Beach, Florida, United States, 33412

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As the Events & Catering Manager, you will lead the conference services efforts for catered events--including corporate meetings, social gatherings, and weddings--by building strong client relationships, executing seamless event planning, and driving revenue for the hotel. This is a highly collaborative position that bridges sales strategy and event execution, requiring excellent communication skills, creativity, and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients to generate catering sales and repeat business

Respond promptly to inquiries, prepare detailed proposals, conduct site visits, and guide clients through the sales and planning process

Collaborate with culinary, banquet, and operations teams to ensure flawless event execution and client satisfaction

Maximize revenue through effective contract negotiation, upselling, and strategic planning

Manage event details from initial inquiry to post-event follow-up, including BEOs (Banquet Event Orders), timelines, and billing

Maintain accurate records in the sales CRM and prepare regular forecasting and activity reports

Represent the hotel at networking events, trade shows, and local industry functions to drive brand awareness and business opportunities

Ensure all events align with brand standards and service expectations

Support the Director of Sales & Marketing with other projects as needed

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $24.00 to $26.00, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

2–3 years of experience in catering sales, event planning, or hotel sales (hospitality industry experience strongly preferred)

Proven success in client-facing roles and contract negotiation

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously

Strong knowledge of catering logistics and food & beverage operations

Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with CI/TY, MARSHA/FSPMS, or similar sales/event software is a plus

Bachelor's degree in hospitality, Business, or a related field preferred

Passion for guest service, teamwork, and creating memorable experiences

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