Catering Sales Manager
Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Downtown
Ottawa, ON, Canada

Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Downtown

361 Queen Street

Ottawa, ON K1R 0C7

Canada

Telephone (613) 234-6363

Hotel with 346 Rooms
Managed By Concord Hospitality Enterprises

Compensation: $52,000 to $65,000 per year

Description

Concord Hospitality is seeking a proactive and results-driven Catering & Sales Manager to lead social and corporate catering events, including guest room bookings. This role combines sales, event management, and guest service, with a focus on maximizing revenue and delivering exceptional experiences. A flexible schedule, including weekends is required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Sell and manage social and corporate catering events, including guest rooms, banquet food & beverage, and upselling contracted groups
  • Negotiate contracts, suggest menus, and coordinate room setups according to policy and client needs
  • Collaborate with hotel departments to ensure flawless event execution and guest satisfaction
  • Generate new business through solicitation, networking, and follow-up with past clients
  • Finalize and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and maintain accurate event records
  • Lead pre-event, on-site, and post-event communications to ensure service excellence
  • Monitor budgets, sales quotas, and revenue opportunities; implement strategies to increase catering revenue during low-demand periods
  • Conduct site tours for prospective clients and facilitate client meetings as needed
  • Train, delegate, and guide staff to ensure smooth operation of events and service standards

    Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in catering sales, hotel convention services, banquet management, hotel sales, or culinary arts (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule and thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Guest-focused with attention to detail and a commitment to delivering outstanding service

    Why Join Concord?

    We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates, including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Discounted hotel stays
  • Training, development, and career advancement opportunities
  • Eligibility for a performance-based bonus upon attainment of objectives

    Our culture is built on five Cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and Fun. At Concord, we value and support our associates, offering opportunities for growth while fostering a fun and engaging workplace.

    Inspire greatness in your team

    Encourage and support team members to reach their full potential

    Create a work environment that is a Great Place to Work for ALL

    Lead with integrity, transparency, respect, and professionalism

    Care for your team, and their families

    We are Concord!

    We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly support diversity and inclusion through our mission to be a “Great Place to Work for All.”

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not used to screen, assess and select applicants.

    Salary Range:$52,000 to $65,000 CAD per year.

  • Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Downtown

    Hotel with 346 Rooms

    The Hilton Garden Inn and Homewood Suites by Hilton Ottawa Downtown, conveniently situated in downtown Ottawa, is steps from Parliament Hill with light rail transportation at the hotel’s front door for easy access too many points of interest including festival venues. The hotel features 173 extended-stay guest rooms under the Homewood Suites by Hilton banner and 171 units providing short-stay accommodations under the Hilton Garden Inn banner and a total of 4,500 square feet of conference space, a bar, restaurant, pool and fitness facility.