Located in the nation’s first skyscraper, Loews Philadelphia Hotel combines living history with warm sophistication. The city’s expanding skyline, vibrant arts scene and diverse atmosphere have transformed our neighborhood into a cultural destination. Welcome to Where History Meets Modern Day. Who We Are: Loews Hotels & Co is a leading owner and operator of luxury hotels with a portfolio consisting of 26 hotels and resorts in the United States and Canada. Located in major city centers and resort destinations from coast to coast, the Loews portfolio features one-of-a-kind properties that go beyond Four Diamond standards and embrace their “uniquely local” community in order to curate exciting, approachable and local travel experiences for guests. What We’re Looking For: Loews Hotels & Co seeks a dynamic Catering Sale Manager with an entrepreneurial spirit. This role is responsible for booking and servicing Catering business in order to meet and exceed revenue goals. The Catering Sales Manager will touch each part of the sales cycle including lead generation and response, growing existing business and prospecting new business, as well as ensuring that contracted events are executed to planned specifications, providing total guest satisfaction and seeking repeat business. Who You Are: · Relationship builder with a dynamic approach to developing connections · A continually curious forward thinker who loves to find creative solutions · Masterful time manager · Comfortable with taking the lead in a variety of settings · Collaborator who excels in an exciting, ever-evolving environment What You’ll Be Doing: · Promptly reply to incoming leads · Actively prospect new Catering business seeking to make connections and generate revenue · Conduct Site Visits to support in converting business · Plan, coordinate and service all booked Catering events · Work with the Director of Meetings and Events to implement annual Catering sales strategy, including special promotions to grow specific segments, sales blitzes, etc. · Partner with Brand and PR Team to maintain and optimize 3rd party website presence · Block space effectively in Delphi to maximize potential revenues, following business review and space release policies on property · Partner with Culinary and F&B Team on customized menu options · Distribute all necessary documents, including Banquet Event Orders and resumes, to all appropriate hotel departments to facilitate efficient operations · Schedule and coordinates pre-convention and post-convention meetings when required · Discuss group’s plans for future events, encouraging rebooking · Responsible for soliciting client’s for feedback on Meeting Planner Survey · Partners with Financial Service Center to ensure all aspects of credit and billing process are fulfilled · Works on special projects as assigned by Director of Meetings and Events · Attend all meetings as appropriate: Staff, Department, Resume Review and BEO Meeting, etc. · All other duties as assigned Your Experience Includes: · Minimum 1 year of experience in sales, event execution or related experience, preferably in the hospitality industry · Knowledge of hotel operations · Proficient Microsoft Office Suite · Delphi experience preferred · Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, when needed What We Offer: · This is a bonus eligible position · Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(K) & company match · Hybrid remote-eligible work policy · Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays · Training & Development opportunities, career growth · Tuition Reimbursement · Employee Hotel Rates · Other discounts and more Reports to: Director of Meetings & Events Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels & Co is rooted in deep heritage in the hotel industry and excellence in service. As one of the only independently owned family hotel companies, we know that hospitality comes from the heart. Loews Hotels & Co owns and operates hotels and resorts across the U.S. and Canada. Located in major city centers and resort destinations, including multiple hotels in partnership with Universal Orlando Resort, Loews Hotels & Co features properties grounded in family heritage and dedicated to delivering unscripted guest moments, all with a locally handcrafted approach. We pride ourselves on the individuality and uniqueness of our offering. Joining Loews Hotels & Co means not just gaining a job, it means becoming a part of a family. A family where Team Member growth and empowerment are part of our DNA and have been for decades. We offer progressive benefits including paid parental leave, 401K matching and travel benefits, and opportunities for ongoing learning and development. But beyond that, as a member of the Loews Hotels family, you are part of a culture of diversity and inclusion, one that works hard to protect our environment with eco-friendly and sustainability programs, and one that is always a good neighbor to their communities, supporting them in ways large and small. We welcome you to join us. Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.