Wyndham is now seeking a Catering Executive to join our team at Wyndham Doha West Bay in Doha, N/A.

Job Summary

The Catering Executive is responsible for effectively selling the public space, food and beverage, and function planning services of the hotel to maximize revenues and profits for the hotel. The Catering Executive establishes new accounts, generates revenues, monitors booking pace, and books repeat business while keeping quality consistently high.

Education Experience

At least 1 years of progressive experience in a to hotel or related field; or a Bachelor’s degree; or a 2-year degree and 1 or more year of related experience

Must have knowledge of FB preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, liquor laws and regulations

Physical Requirements

Long hours sometimes required.

Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

General Requirements

Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.

Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.

Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.

Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations

Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Wyndham Hotels Resorts Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.

Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing nametags.

Comply with Wyndham Hotels Resorts Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations..

Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.

Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.

Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs

Perform other duties as requested by management.

Fundamental Requirements

Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner

Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Wyndham standards, as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel

Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working

Comply at all times with Wyndham standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations

Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times

Respond to guest complaints in a timely manner

Work with other FB managers and keep them informed of FB issues as they arise

Keep immediate supervisor fully informed of all problems or matters requiring his/her attention

Monitor quality of service in Banquets

Know meeting room sets and capabilities

Re-solicit past local accounts, generate new business

Set solicitation goals with the Director of Catering/Sales Marketing, and meet or exceed solicitation goals and revenue goals.

Meet and greet-in-house guests upon arrival, review the course of events and introduce other staff members (banquet manager, captain, etc.)

Develop menus and agendas, ensure BEO’s are issued, and complete all pertinent correspondence with outside vendors to finalize programs

Maintain current information on and monitor booking trends to produce forecast figures and month-end reports

Understand the Catering incentive program

Manage booking pace

Handle inquiry calls and outside sales calls. Follow through to completion of function(s).

Maintain pricing integrity and propose upscale menus for all groups

Interact with outside planners and vendors for special events

Ensure compliance with all local liquor laws, and health and sanitation regulations

Prepare and submit required in a timely manner

Comply with weekly and monthly forecasting procedures

Be involved in and/or conduct departmental and hotel training

Assist in planning and executing holiday brunches and other special events

Use feedback from Meeting Planner Evaluations to improve service quality

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Wyndham Hotels Resorts is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties with approximately 9,200 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through our network of approximately 872,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the hospitality industry. Headquartered in Parsippany, N.J. with offices around the world in London, Shanghai, Buenos Aires, Dubai and more, Wyndham employs more than 2,000 corporate team members worldwide who are dedicated to the Company’s mission of making hotel travel possible for all. Supporting thousands of franchisees and a growing global portfolio of 24 hotel brands—think household names like Wyndham, La Quinta, Ramada, Days Inn and Super 8—Wyndham team members are a widespread group of individuals with diverse interests and backgrounds. Our unique Count on Me culture, commitment to flexibility and core values of Integrity, Accountability, Inclusivity, Caring and Fun are just part of what continues to make Wyndham an award-winning best place to work.

Job Location: Wyndham Doha West Bay, Maysaloun Street, West Bay, Doha, N/A P.O. Box 5649

Employment Status: Full-time

Employment Disclaimer

In some locations around the world, Wyndham Hotels Resorts manages hotel properties on behalf of a third party owner. At many of those properties, the Hotel owner is the actual employer, and Wyndham Hotels Resorts performs recruiting and hiring functions on behalf of the owner. I understand and agree that, by applying through this site, I may be applying for a position with a company other than Wyndham Hotels Resorts where Wyndham Hotels Resorts is serving only as the recruiter and will not be my actual employer.