Loews Coral Gables Hotel features 242 guestrooms, including 23 beautifully designed suites, 30,000 square feet of indoor/outdoor flexible meeting space, an expansive 9th-floor pool deck, four Miami-inspired dining outlets, and more.

Increase your chances of reaching the interview stage by reading the complete job description and applying promptly. Located just four blocks from the Gables' iconic Miracle Mile, the hotel is the centerpiece of The Plaza Coral Gables, a 2.1 million square foot mixed-use development showcasing retail space, dining, and entertainment experiences. Loews Coral Gables Hotel is the second Loews Hotel to open in South Florida, joining 25 other properties across the US and Canada that make up the Loews Hotels & Co portfolio. Who We Are : Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations. Growth and belonging start here; you’ll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role—from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT—offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact. Creating a Team Member experience where you belong, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status, is a daily focus for us. What We Offer : Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(k) & company match Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays, Paid Bereavement Pet Insurance and Paid Pet Bereavement Training & Development opportunities, career growth Tuition Reimbursement Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks, and more What We’re Looking For : We are seeking an experienced Associate Director of Catering. This role is a highly visible, senior-level position responsible for booking and servicing Catering business to meet revenue goals and developing strategies to grow Catering business. Who You Are : A Catering champion with a passion for relationship building and driving results An entrepreneur who excels in an exciting, ever-evolving environment A forward thinker who finds excitement in strategic planning An effective communicator comfortable leading in various settings What You’ll Be Doing : Promptly reply to incoming leads Prospect and sell local Catering business and coordinate sales efforts of Catering Sales Managers Participate in daily business review meetings, pre-convention meetings, training, and other catering sales meetings Develop customized Site Visit experiences to support business conversion Plan, coordinate, and service all booked Catering events Collaborate with the Executive Chef to create tailored menus and Wedding Packages Partner with DOME on training for Catering Managers Develop annual Catering Sales strategies with DOME to retain and grow business Host or participate in local events to attract new business Analyze sales performance and financial results to refine strategy Work with the Brand team and Corporate Catering Director on creative Sales and Marketing opportunities Execute catering sales agreements, oversee client tastings, and communicate details to operational departments Research the competitive catering environment Maintain and optimize 3rd party website presence with Brand and PR teams Assist in research and preparation of yearly Catering budgets Support Catering Managers in setting and achieving personal objectives Block space effectively in Delphi to maximize revenues Distribute necessary documents for operations Forecast group revenue spend Coordinate pre- and post-convention meetings Encourage rebooking and gather client feedback Partner with Financial Services for credit and billing processes Attend all relevant meetings and work on special projects as assigned Your Experience Includes : Minimum five years of Catering Sales experience in a full-service hotel with proven success Certified Meeting Planner, Certified Professional in Catering and Events, or similar preferred Extensive knowledge of hotel support departments Delphi experience preferred Experience with Diagram Writing Software like Social Tables preferred Property Management System knowledge preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Flexibility to work weekends and holidays Ability to lift up to 25 pounds What We Offer : This position is bonus eligible Competitive benefits, 401(K) with match Hybrid remote work policy Paid Sick Days, Vacation, Holidays Training & Development, career growth Tuition Reimbursement Employee Hotel Rates and other discounts

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