Catering Sales Executive

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Location: Four Seasons Hotel Doha 
Department: Catering Sales 
Reports to: Director of Catering 

About Four Seasons Hotel Doha 

At Four Seasons, we believe in offering our employees a world of opportunities where excellence, creativity, and passion are nurtured. Located on the Arabian Gulf, Four Seasons Hotel Doha is a vibrant destination known for its world-class hospitality, exceptional service, and iconic luxury experiences. 

The Opportunity 

We are seeking a Catering Sales Executive to join our dynamic team. This role is responsible for securing and servicing catering business from both the social and corporate market through proactive promotion, prospecting, and client relationship management. You will play a vital role in maximizing revenue, ensuring client satisfaction, and upholding the high standards of Four Seasons. 

Responsibilities 

• Secure and service Catering Business from Social and Corporate Market, through promotion, and prospecting, while maintaining standards and revenue. 

• Actively solicit new business and respond to inquiries with the intention of confirming profitable catering business and achieving Quarterly Sales Goals. Maintain an active trace/follow-up system on all inquiries and personal sales calls. 

• Conduct property tours and entertain planners of meetings, social events, and weddings. 

• Act as the liaison between the client and the hotel for all of the client needs. (i.e. hotel rooms, catering and events, audio visual, transportation, off-site event recommendations) 

• Communicate effectively with the sales managers responsible for booking various group business, as well as all other department staff members who will be involved in carrying out the needs of a group/guests. 

• Plan and/or attend and/or participate in meetings with hotel staff and clients, including but not exclusive to: Morning Operations Briefing, Morning CS Briefing, Resume Meeting, Banquet Event Order Meeting, Sales Meeting, Pre-Convention Meetings, Bi-Monthly Board of Operations, Menu Tastings, and Planning Visits. 

• Excellent knowledge of hotel facilities and capacities and dimensions of meeting rooms. 

• Maintain the policies set forth in the group sales contract. (i.e. deposits, cut off dates, attrition, rooming lists, billing instructions) 

• Develop creative and attractive menu presentations for potential clients. Maintain an active trace/follow-up system on all personal sales calls. 

• Coordinate the sales efforts between sales department and catering to ensure proper utilization of function space to yield maximum revenues. 

• Finalize the requirements of confirmed bookings while maximizing revenue potential through up selling and ensuring effective communication both written (Resumes, BEO, Daily Reports) and personal contact with all departments for the success of the event. Ensure accuracy of Banquet Checks and provide bill review on completion of program or event. Prepare a monthly booking report. 

• Keep Director of Catering promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matter so prompt corrective action can be taken where appropriate. 

• Comply with Four Seasons standards for sales and marketing, while working harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and planning committee.   

Competencies & Skills 

We are looking for a candidate with: 

• A keen eye for detail and a passion for delivering exceptional experiences. 

• Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build lasting client relationships. 

• A collaborative team player mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally. 

• Proven ability to negotiate creatively and manage events from concept to execution. 

• Arabic Speaker preferred. 

Why Join Us 

• Be part of an award-winning luxury hotel brand known for service excellence. 

• Work in a supportive, professional, and multicultural environment. 

• Enjoy career development opportunities and continuous training. 

• Competitive compensation and benefits package. 

Application 

If you are a motivated sales professional with a passion for events and luxury hospitality, we invite you to apply and become part of the Four Seasons Hotel Doha family. 

Work Authorization: 

The Hotel will apply for the work authorization for a successful candidate.　 

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