About this role
Job Summary Responsible to achieve the yearly sales target through building and maintaining connections with current & potential customers for all catering sectors by working closely with the Catering Team. Development of the Catering Dept. and team productivity Key Accountabilities Ensure the monthly sales target are fixed and communicated to the Catering Team in order to achieve the yearly budget. Attend visits to customers and event management companies to promote HVC. Development of Menu items in coordination with the Head Chef and Director of Operations. Reviewing and comparing the Menu prices to the food cost. Following up on long term contracts with customers in coordination with Catering Supervisor and Director of Operations. Approving the quotation/contracts and prior to sharing it to the client for his / her approval and follows up accordingly. Conducts tasting for customers when needed. Review periodically the competitors’ activities & implementing actions accordingly. Guiding the Catering Supervisor on Creating & Implementing new ideas to the business related to displays, presentations & related best practices Knowledge, Skills and Aptitude Educational Qualifications and Certifications: University degree in Hospitality management or related field Knowledge: Excellent Knowledge in Catering and Quality control Leadership and Development of Team Technical Skills: Computer and MS Office Proficiency, Culinary Skills Language Skills: Arabic is desirable. English is essential Experience : Minimum of 10 years of experience in the catering industry Key Interactions Key Internal Contacts: Director of Operations/ Head Chef / General Manager Purpose of Interaction: Direction and Support Finance/IT/HR Purpose of Interaction: Support Team Key External Contacts: Customers Purpose of Interaction: Contracts and Proposal Direct Reports: Catering Supervisor and Catering Team