Director of Catering and Events

Company: Troon Golf, L.L.C.
Location: White Plains
Posted on: June 8, 2021

Job Description:

Westchester Hills Golf Club in White Plains, NY is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of Director of Catering and Events. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service to the clubs managed by Troon.

Key Responsibilities of the Director of Catering and Events:

• Seeks new business and ensures return business in order to meet or exceed revenue goals through various methods such as, but not limited to: telephone solicitation, outside sales calls, site inspections, and written communication.
• Monitors business volume forecast and plans accordingly in areas of manpower, productivity, costs and other expenses.
• Ensures proper management of all catered events, including, but not limited to: sales, marketing, planning, merchandising, servicing, and corresponding administrative procedures.
• Prepares, implements, and compiles data for various reports such as Annual Sales Plan, Competitive Price set, Monthly Catering Report, Annual Goals, Forecasts, and other reports as directed.
• Develops new ideas for theme events in conjunction with the Sales and Marketing, Recreation, Food and Beverage, Golf, and Membership departments.
• Books banquets, caterings, and corresponding recreational activities.
• Works with Food & Beverage department to develop banquet menus, pricing, and revenue minimums using current and competitive data.
• Participates in pre-event presentations, property tours, and customer meetings.
• Ensures accurate and timely invoicing for all services rendered.
• Implements policies and procedures for the Catering Department, including compliance of all company standards relating to quality of products and services.
• Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, evaluating performance, rewarding, and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Manages department members that may include, but is not limited to any Catering staff such as: Catering Coordinator, Banquet Chef or Cook, Banquet Manager, Banquet Server.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Assures that effective orientation and training are given to each new associate. Develops ongoing training programs and tests for comprehension.

Minimum Qualifications for the Director of Catering and Events:

• Associate's degree (AA) and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience managing personnel.

Other Qualifications:

• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Country Club experience preferred

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