Catering Sales Executive

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Company Description

In the heart of Thamrin CBD stands a vibrant city hotel, Pullman Jakarta Indonesia. Experience our 427 luxury rooms with In-Room Playground. Let our Sana Sini and Kahyangan restaurants satisfy your cravings with worldwide cuisines. Enjoy the bar that the city needs at The Back Room, chocolate fair at Le Chocolat Lounge and freshly baked pastries at Makaron Bakeshop. Ideally situated, just moments from the Thamrin roundabout, high-end shopping scenes at Grand Indonesia and Plaza Indonesia. Easy access to public transport.

Our luxury city hotel ideally situated within moments from the National Monument, Thamrin roundabout, high-end shopping scenes at Grand Indonesia and Plaza Indonesia. Access to public transport and the capital’s must-see sights are all at your doorstep. Strategically located in Central Jakarta, surrounded by the Central Business District and Jakarta’s largest shopping malls, indulge in the exceptional comfort of our city hotel and embark on an unforgettable staycation journey.

Job Description

 

·  May work with highly complex or high profile groups when financial impact will be significant.
·  Assigns all events turned over to Event Planning team.
·  Participate actively in the catering menu development process.
·  Attend Conference & Event Management meetings (daily coordination meeting, 10-day review, room block review, etc.) in the absence of the Conference & Events Manager
·  Responsible for turned opportunities' function space and group room blocks.  Maintains these inventories to maximize customer satisfaction and revenue opportunities.
·  Effectively manages customer budgets to maximize revenue and meet customer needs.
·  Follows all standards, policies and procedures (Core Deliverables, P&Ps, etc.) for the Conferences & Events team.
·  Prepare EOs as per discussion with customers ensuring that all details are recorded to enable smooth execution of the event by the Operations team
·  Review all EO's prepared by direct reports to ensure conference and event details are recorded clearly.
·  Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service and planning needs are met.
·  Leads execution of activities to support the Conferences & Events strategy.
·  Works with team to review scheduled events and troubleshoot potential challenges/conflicts; communicates these (as necessary) with the appropriate hotel departments.
·  Leads discussions to review event complexity and proactively avoid service challenges and failures.
·  Ensures the hotel is apprised of all groups that will impact hotel operations.
·  Develops and maintains strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful event execution and client satisfaction.
·  Conducts site inspections and property tours for potential clients, showcasing the venue's capabilities and unique selling points.
·  Analyzes market trends and competitor offerings to develop innovative catering packages and pricing strategies.
·  Collaborates with the marketing team to create targeted promotional materials and campaigns for catering services.

 

Qualifications

·  Proven experience in catering sales or event coordination, preferably in hospitality.
·  Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills..
·  Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
·  Knowledge of food and beverage operations and event execution logistics.
·  Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
·  Proficiency in Microsoft Office and event management software.

Additional Information

Why Join Us?

·  Opportunity to be part of a leading international hospitality brand.
·  Career growth and development within Accor Hotels.
·  Dynamic and supportive work environment.