Banquet Director Jobs in New Jersey

Job Title: Catering Manager Company: Westin Mount Laurel Location: Mount Laurel, NJ Description: The Wurzak Hotel group, based in Philadelphia is a growing company that has exciting new opportunities for qualified individuals. We own and operate hotels locally under brands flags with Starwood, Hilton and Choice. We offers competitive salaries and a unique, motivating work environment and a total compensation package including: Medical, Dental, Rx, Bonus, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan; Hotel Room discounts. We are currently seeking a dynamic CATERING MANAGER to be apart of our outstanding team. If you are searching for a great hotel with great people, this is the right place for you! As a Catering Sales Manager you are responsible for proactively soliciting the banquet space, food and beverage and function planning services of the hotel to maximize revenues and profits for the hotel. The Catering Sales Manager establishes new accounts, services accounts and functions, generates revenues, monitors booking space, and books repeat business with keeping quality consistently high. We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits plan, and an aggressive bonus program. This is an Executive Committee position.

Job Title: Director of Catering Company: The Crowne Plaza Philadelphia\/ Location: Cherry Hill, NJ Description: Director of CateringThe Crowne Plaza Philadelphia/Cherry Hilla full service 408 room property located in Cherry Hill New Jersey, minutes away from Down Town Philadelphia is currently seeking a self motivated Director of Catering Job Requirements: As Director of Catering you will be responsible for attending wedding shows when applicable, soliciting and closing business, ensuring proper payment is received according tot he guidelines, detailing events, reviewing all catering contracts and the selection, development and retention of staff. Participate with the sales department and Executive Chef in the planning of menus and services, participate in weekly banquet event meeting with the Food and Beverage staff. Coordinates all Social functions. Responsible for soliciting local business to fill space during down times. * 2-4 years Hotel Catering Experience * Experience in Forecasting * Excellent negotiation skills * Creativity in Designing events * Excellent written and oral communication skills * Experience in Delphi 9.2 * Experience with Crystal report diagrams * Good organizational and follow up Send resume or apply in person to:Crowne Plaza Cherry Hill2349 W. Marlton PikeCherry Hill, NJ 08002Fax: Register to View EOE/M/F/D/VNo Phone Calls PleaseSource: Philadelphia Inquirer and Daily News

Job Title: Banquet Manager Company: Starwood Location: Jersey City, NJ Description: The Banquet Manager is responsible for the short and long term planning and the day-to-day operations of the Banquet department. The Banquet Manager reports to the Director of Banquets. Specific duties include assisting potential guests in organizing functions, ensuring service standards and procedures are consistently applied, in addition to coordinating activities with other departments in order to facilitate increased levels of communication and guest satisfaction (as measured by theMeeting PlannerSatisfaction Index). The ideal candidate would enjoy leading and developing associates, resolving problems under time pressure, be detail oriented and have a passion for giving guests an exceptional experience.