Director of Catering

About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

A Manhattan landmark on Billionaires' Row. Experience five-star, New York hotel living in our modern-deco landmark designed by famed architect I.M. Pei. Located on “Billionaires’ Row” at the city’s most prestigious address between Park Avenue and Madison Avenue, you’re just steps from Central Park and Madison Avenue shopping. Come and unwind in our sun-filled suites (some of the largest in Manhattan), take in the unparalleled city and park views, and experience serenity and luxury high above Manhattan’s exhilarating whirlwind.

Four Seasons Hotel New York is seeking a Director of Catering & Conference Services with a passion for excellence and great enthusiasm in providing exceptional service standards. Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts have been ranked FORTUNE magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work every year since 1998.

Rising over Manhattan's premier shopping and business district, between Park and Madison Avenues, the I.M. Pei- designed Four Seasons features stunning views and gracious style- a remarkable luxury experience, even by New York standards. Four Seasons Hotel New York is a AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five Star Hotel since opening and is located in the heart of Midtown near Central Park. Our property has 368 spacious guest rooms and suites and is the destination for international and high profile clientele.

The Director of Catering provides leadership and guidance to the catering and events team within the Hotel or Resort. The Director will oversee all aspects of group business including selling the hotel conference and banqueting rooms, planning corporate events, individual receptions, weddings and social celebrations. The key priority is to lead the conference and catering team to realize the sales revenue that has been budgeted each year and to ensure that all client enquiries and events are managed in a proactive manner by the catering team thus exceeding all guest expectations.

We are looking for individuals who are strategic, proactive and who have a proven track record in both sales and food and beverage management. Applicants need to evidence strong revenue and budget management skills and have a creative flair for event planning, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrate effective leadership.

Applicants are required to have two to four years of previous employment in a related management position with a diversity of experience in the Food and Beverage industry. A college degree preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management or hospitality administration or equivalent experience is required. Attendance for training seminars and special events is required as part of this role.

Some of the Benefits Four Seasons Hotel New York employees enjoy are:

• Competitive Salary
• Competitive Medical and Dental Packages
• Excellent Training and Development Opportunities
• Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
• Complimentary Employee Meals
• TransitChek- Pre-tax Commuter Program
• 401k Retirement
• Gym and Parking Discounts, and MORE!
  
  

Compensation

$165,000 Annually

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US work authorization is required unless candidate is currently in a managerial position at a Four Seasons location. Current Four Seasons managers may qualify for L-1 visa sponsorship.

• Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive, only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview.******
  
  

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf