Catering Sales Manager

Catering Sales Manager

DoubleTree by Hilton Cherry Hill Philadelphia

Why This Role Matters

At DoubleTree by Hilton Cherry Hill Philadelphia, our events are where memories are made—from elegant weddings and cultural celebrations to impactful galas, fundraisers, and corporate meetings. We are seeking a Catering Sales Manager who thrives on relationships, creativity, and execution, and who brings a genuine passion for the social and wedding market, including both traditional American weddings and culturally diverse celebrations frequently hosted at our hotel.

This role is ideal for an experienced, people-first sales professional who enjoys working across social, nonprofit, and corporate segments, understands today's clients, and wants to grow their career within a franchised Hilton-branded hotel environment.

About the Hotel

Located minutes from Philadelphia and overlooking Cooper River Park, the DoubleTree by Hilton Cherry Hill Philadelphia is a full-service hotel offering warm hospitality, flexible event space, and personalized service.

The hotel features:

• Over 43,000 square feet of flexible event space, including two ballrooms
• A strong reputation for weddings, social celebrations, galas, and meetings
• Onsite dining options including a restaurant, bar & lounge, and coffee shop
• A welcoming DoubleTree culture focused on genuine care and memorable guest experiences

As a franchised DoubleTree by Hilton, the hotel is independently owned and operated while maintaining Hilton brand standards for service, quality, and guest experience.

Role Overview

As a Catering Sales Manager, you will be responsible for selling, planning, and executing a wide range of events. While weddings and social events are a primary focus, this role also supports corporate meetings, training programs, galas, fundraisers, and organizational events. You will serve as the primary contact for clients from initial inquiry through post-event follow-up, ensuring a seamless, high-quality experience.

• Flexible schedule based on client appointments and event needs, including evenings and weekends

Key Responsibilities

• Solicit, negotiate, and close catering business across social, nonprofit, and corporate market segments
• Develop and maintain relationships with wedding planners, corporate contacts, nonprofit organizations, and repeat clients
• Prepare customized proposals, contracts, menus, and event details aligned with client goals and brand standards
• Conduct site tours and client meetings, both on-site and virtually
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients and hotel departments throughout the sales, planning, event, and post-event phases
• Communicate detailed event information to culinary, banquet, and operations teams to ensure successful execution
• Manage multiple events simultaneously while maintaining organization, accuracy, and service excellence
• Address client concerns professionally and proactively, offering solutions that protect both the guest experience and hotel standards
• Maintain knowledge of current event, wedding, and meeting trends
• Support overall catering and revenue goals through collaboration with hotel leadership

Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years of catering sales or event sales experience, preferably within a hotel or upscale event venue
• Strong preference for experience planning and servicing weddings and social events, including culturally diverse celebrations
• Experience selling and servicing corporate meetings, nonprofit events, galas, or fundraisers is strongly preferred
• Ability to build relationships, network effectively, and generate new business
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Comfortable negotiating contracts and managing detailed event requirements
• Highly organized with strong time-management and follow-through skills
• Experience using or similar hotel catering and sales systems
• Proficiency with standard business tools such as Microsoft Office and email platforms
• Interest in and enthusiasm for supporting property social media efforts, including assisting with behind-the-scenes content, event highlights, or pre-screened promotional content as appropriate
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, based on business needs

Personal Attributes

• Passion for hospitality and creating meaningful guest experiences
• Culturally aware, respectful, and adaptable to a wide range of client needs
• Professional, confident, and service-oriented
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership
• Collaborative team player who communicates clearly across departments

What We Offer

Benefits are offered in accordance with our franchise ownership and management company policies and may vary by position.

• This is an exempt sales position with an annual base salary (range) between $55,000 to $65,000
• Company-sponsored sales incentive plan
• Health insurance, life insurance, flexible spending
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), retail and fitness center discounts
• Paid time-off in accordance with company policy
• Hilton Go Hilton Team Member Travel Program
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within our hotel

About DoubleTree by Hilton

DoubleTree by Hilton is known for creating a welcoming, people-first culture—where care, comfort, and connection define the guest experience. As part of Hilton's global portfolio of brands, DoubleTree hotels deliver consistent quality while maintaining the individuality of each property.

Hilton's vision—to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality—guides how we serve our guests and support our team members every day.

DoubleTree by Hilton Cherry Hill Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55, $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending