Senior Executive/Executive, Catering Sales

Main Duties and Key Responsibilities: • Handle sales of weddings, social events, seminars and meetings, and assist in soliciting new business to maximize Club revenue. • Identify, pursue and generate new clientele. • Assist with menu planning in response to guest needs and maintain close contact with active accounts to promote repeat business. • Liaise with other departments to ensure smooth execution of banquet events. • Attend operations meetings and collaborate with key departments. • Assist in developing wedding and social event packages and promotions. • Source and coordinate with vendors to support event requirements. • Coordinate events on the actual day and conduct pre- and post-event checks. • Address unexpected issues that arise during events and execute service recovery as required. • Assist in planning and executing wedding shows and marketing initiatives. • Prepare BEOs, and manage enquiries, bookings, and confirmations. • Conduct site inspections for new and potential clients. • Prepare weekly catering forecasts, monthly forecasting reports, and monthly catering, rooms and commission reports. • Monitor costs and support budgeting processes. • Participate in biannual competitor survey and analysis. • Assist with other administrative duties (menu and signage printing, carpark coupons, etc.) as and when required. Requirements: • Degree / Diploma with 2 years of relevant experience in the hospitality and/or catering industry. • Should possess strong analytical and interpersonal qualities. • Able to multitask and work within tight deadlines with good organizational skills. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Self-motivated, resourceful and proactive.