The InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco is seeking a Senior Catering Manager -Wedding Specialist to lead luxury wedding sales and orchestrate unforgettable celebrations at our iconic Nob Hill property.
In this senior role, you’ll manage the full wedding lifecyclefrom initial inquiry and personalized proposals, to tastings, detailed BEOs, and flawless event‑day execution. You’ll partner closely with our Culinary, Banquets, and Sales teams to bring each couple’s vision to life while upholding InterContinental’s commitment to exceptional, memorable service. This position is responsible for selling, planning, and executing luxury weddings and social celebrations.
We’re looking for someone with strong communication skills, deep knowledge of hotel & F&B operations, and proven experience delivering high‑touch wedding experiences in a luxury setting. Evening & weekend availability required.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Generate and convert wedding and social event leads to achieve assigned catering revenue goals.
- Conduct site visits, client meetings, and menu tastings; prepare customized proposals and contracts.
- Create detailed BEOs and ensure accurate, timely communication of event details across departments.
- Oversee event‑day operations, verifying setups and partnering with Banquets and Culinary team to ensure flawless execution.
- Maintain client communication throughout the entire planning process and conduct post‑event follow‑up.
- Participate in bridal shows, community events, and other activities to build business and strengthen relationships.
- Maintain accurate files, CRM/Delphi updates, catering revenue forecasts, and lost business tracking.
Qualifications & Requirements
Required:
- 3–5+ years of catering sales or event planning experience with a focus on weddings in a full‑service or luxury hotel environment.
- Strong knowledge of hotel and F&B operations, BEO processes, timelines, and banquet service standards.
- Excellent communication and client‑facing skills, with ability to manage high‑touch, detail‑intensive events.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM/Delphi, and diagramming software (Social Tables).
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Events, or related field.
- Experience in luxury weddings or high‑end social events.
- Familiarity with menu planning or culinary & union collaboration.
Pay range $40-43/hr
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