Senior Catering Manager

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Le Meridien Stoneleigh - Dallas, TXtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR112789

Located in the middle of the most prestigious part of Uptown Dallas, The Stoneleigh is a storied landmark with a rich and alluring legacy. Currently under a $20.0M renovation, The Stoneleigh will be reimaged and emerge in Marriott’s prestigious Autograph Collection in early Q2 2026. The Stoneleigh will re-launch with expansive rooms, exceptional dining, and an ambiance that blends bold, timeless design with modern luxury.

The Stoneleigh will be the new home for the next restaurant from awarding-winning chef, Chef Michael White. Chef Michael White has many culinary accolades including the James Beard award; 5 simultaneous Michelin stars; and multiple New York Times 3-star and 4-star reviews. Chef Michael White’s concepts at The Stoneleigh include, the Lions Den, where each dish is composed with care, weaving together seasonal ingredients, global inspiration, and a distinctly Dallas spirit.

Lions Den has an early March 2026 opening date.

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.
** Overview
* * Supervise the daily operations of the Catering area to achieve customer satisfaction, quality service and compliance with local and corporate standard operating procedures. Position is responsible for the daily operations of the Catering area. Recommend procedural changes. May be involved in the budgeting process and monitoring of daily revenues and payroll expenses.###
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*** Clear understanding of both monthly forecasting and the annual budget process. Understanding of pace and productivity.
* Strong yield management skills with an understanding of optimizing the catering mix of business and the use of historical data.
* Experience evaluating every catering business opportunity to maximize revenue and profitability while achieving customer expectations.
* Maintain or exceed budgeted sales and profits in all catering areas.
* Assist in the development and implementation of effective marketing plans for generating catering revenues.
* Participate in the research of the competition’s products, services and pricing and use it to develop strategic business plans.
* Optimize room rental charges.
* Experience selling to a variety of market segments.
* Consistently book repeat business by having a track record of long-term client relationships.
* Actively participate in industry related organizations (NACE, MPI).
* Thorough knowledge of sales techniques including strong closing skills and negotiation skills.
* Comfortable with hotel site inspections and client presentations.
* Participate in trade shows and sales blitzes.
* Track record of strong prospecting efforts.
* Actively participate in community/civic activities to maintain awareness within community and to create booking opportunities.
* Excellent creative skills to provide innovative set-ups, menus, and functions for groups. Ability to generate creative and innovative menus while working closely with Chef on pricing specialty menus.
* Work closely with banquet department on operations and event execution.  Ability to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action.
* Provide overall direction, coordination, and ongoing evaluation of operations. Detailed execution of all banquet event orders generated by the Catering Sales Department.
* Experience providing Audio Visual equipment and operating Audio Visual as a profit center.
* Excellent knowledge of computers, specifically Delphi, Word, and Excel.
* Ability to work with outside vendors to ensure client satisfaction for all events and groups.
* Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
* Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.
** Qualifications and Skills
*** 3+ years in Catering Sales required.
* Must have experience at a similar size and quality hotel.
* Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences.
* Must possess computer skills, including, but not limited to, use of Microsoft…