Director of Catering | Woodbridge, NJ | Salary up to 95k

Are you a hospitality professional with a passion for creating memorable events and leading a dynamic sales team?

A prestigious full-service hotel and conference destination in the Woodbridge area is seeking a Director of Catering to oversee all catering sales and event operations. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a high-performing team in a property known for elegant weddings, corporate events, and upscale social gatherings.

About the Role

As Director of Catering, you’ll lead the sales and service efforts for all catered events—driving revenue, fostering client relationships, and ensuring each event is executed flawlessly from proposal to post-event review. You’ll collaborate closely with culinary, banquet, and sales teams to maximize profitability and deliver an elevated guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement catering sales strategies to achieve revenue goals and optimize event profitability.
• Lead a team of catering and event professionals, providing hands-on training, mentorship, and performance guidance.
• Build strong relationships with corporate, social, and wedding clients—serving as the primary point of contact from inquiry through event completion.
• Partner with the Executive Chef and Banquet Manager to create customized menus, packages, and event experiences.
• Oversee contract negotiations, BEO creation, and post-event billing accuracy.
• Represent the property at networking events, bridal shows, and community functions to promote catering services.
• Maintain a high standard of service, professionalism, and attention to detail that reflects the brand’s reputation for excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in catering sales or event management within an upscale or full-service hotel environment.
• Proven leadership and revenue-generating track record.
• Strong knowledge of event logistics, menu planning, and banquet operations.
• Excellent communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in hotel sales systems (Delphi, Opera, or similar).

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• Work with a respected hotel brand that values creativity, collaboration, and service excellence.
• Lead high-profile corporate, social, and cultural events in a premier venue setting.
• Competitive salary, performance incentives, and full benefits package.

If you thrive in an environment where every event is an opportunity to impress and inspire, we want to meet you.

Apply today and bring your vision for hospitality excellence to life.