Director of Catering & Events, Hilton New Orleans RiversideHilton

Strategic leadership of Group and Local Catering Sales and Event Management. Responsible for revenue maximization and control of meeting and catered food and beverage expenses through market development, solicitation plans, meeting space and room block management, negotiation of supplier services and accurate forecasting. Responsible for successful execution of all marketing and solicitation to achieve key performance indicators, annual budget, loyalty and performance goals for local catering and group meetings and events. Maintains standards for business processes between group sales and events to ensure quality of booking criteria and contract integrity.

Stay in the center of it all at Hilton New Orleans Riverside and enjoy a prime downtown location at the base of Canal and Poydras Streets. Our riverfront hotel is situated next to Harrah's Casino, steps from famous New Orleans Streetcar lines, a few blocks away from the French Quarter, and on the banks of the Mississippi River. This downtown New Orleans hotel is also adjacent to the Cruise Terminal, for easy access to your next cruise.

Select from a variety of spacious guest rooms, many of which feature amazing views of downtown New Orleans or the Mississippi River. Consider an upgrade to enjoy access to the Executive Lounge for complimentary breakfast, afternoon hors d'oeuvres, complimentary access to the Health Club by Hilton Fitness Facility, and in-room WiFi.

What will it be like to work for this Hilton Worldwide Brand?

One of the most recognized names in the industry, Hilton Hotels & Resorts offers travelers a world of authentic experiences. Hilton remains an innovative, forward-thinking hospitality leader by offering best-in-class products, services and amenities to ensure that every guest feels cared for, valued and respected. From inaugural balls and international award galas to business events and personal moments, Hilton is where the world makes history, closes the deal, toasts special occasions and gets away from it all.

Hilton Hotels & Resorts is one of Hilton Worldwide's ten market-leading brands. For more information visit www.hiltonworldwide.com.

If you understand the importance of upholding a brand's reputation and what it takes to provide a globally recognized hospitality experience, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Team Member with Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

What will I be doing?

As Director of Catering, you would be responsible for directing and administering catering operations in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Direct and administer all catering operations to include, but not limited to, guest service, soliciting new accounts, negotiating contracts, merchandising and marketing, planning, event execution, cost control implementation, systems management, budget and forecasting, department management, adherence to federal, state and local standards and meeting participation and facilitation

• Develop market segments, solicit new customers, negotiate contracts and maintain relationships with current customers

• Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, scheduling, conducting counselling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward

• Recruit, interview and train team members

• Communicate with and provide direction and supervision to team members to execute catering events

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