Manager - Catering, Sales and Events

As a Catering & Events Manager, you’re not just overseeing all aspects of event planning and execution – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest. **Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You** Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a **Catering & Events Manager**, you’re not just overseeing all aspects of event planning and execution – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest. ### Responsibilities Here's what you'll do during a typical day: - **Execute high-quality events:** Manage event documentation, facilitate seamless transitions throughout the pre-event, event, and post-event phases of events, and serve as the primary client contact to ensure smooth execution, proactive issue resolution, and an exceptional event experience - **Create exceptional experiences:** Design creative menus and catered events that maximize revenue and elevate the guest experience - **Grow catering and events market segments:** Solicit new client relationships, develop proposals, and negotiate contracts to close new business - **Cultivate client relationships:** Maintain strong connections with existing corporate and social accounts to secure repeat business - **Guide team performance:** Communicate client requirements, provide direction, and offer feedback and coaching to ensure consistent, high-level service ### Qualifications **What It Takes to Make the Stay** At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member: A passion for spreading the light and warmth of **Hospitality**. Acting with **Integrity** and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through **Leadership**. A belief that **Teamwork** drives the best outcomes. A sense of **Ownership** and accountability. And a focus on the **Now**, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact. ### About the Team **How We'll Help You Thrive** At Hilton, the hospitality we’re known for doesn’t end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members’ wellbeing, supporting you through all of life’s moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including\*: - **Incredible travel perks** – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program - **Own a piece of Hilton** – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future - **Paid parental leave** – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents - **Personalized caregiving support** – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones - **Crisis concierge** – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care - **Mental health resources** – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - **Generous paid time off (PTO)** – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most - **Health & welfare benefits** – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered - **Financial security for your future** – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what’s next *\*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.* ### About the Company **Join an Awar…