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As a Senior Catering & Conference Services Manager at the Four Seasons Resort Whistler, you will raise the efficiency and effectiveness of the day-to-day operation of the Catering & Conference Services Department while personally planning, selling and servicing catering & conference business.
Job Responsibility:
Maintain detailed knowledge of hotel facilities, meeting spaces, departmental operations, and the competitive market
Serve as the primary liaison between clients and the hotel, coordinating all needs including guest rooms, catering, events, audiovisual services, transportation, and off-site recommendations
Ensure compliance with group sales contract policies, including deposits, cut-off dates, attrition, rooming lists, and billing instructions
Maximize revenue by finalizing bookings, upselling services, and partnering with the sales team to ensure optimal function space utilization
Respond to catering inquiries and provide timely follow-up
Conduct property tours and comfortably host clients and meeting planners
Prepare accurate and timely event documentation such as proposals, contracts, Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), diagrams, resumes, and all Golden Sales and Catering system inputs
Communicate group needs to all relevant departments, including amenities, arrival/departure schedules, deliveries, and special meal requirements
Participate in hotel staff meetings and pre-convention meetings with groups
Supervise banquet event execution, ensuring exceptional service delivery and strong client relationships
Lead Banquet Event Order and Group Resume meetings to ensure effective communication across departments
Support the review, auditing, and assignment of booking turnovers in the absence of the Director of Catering & Conference Services
Assist with catering financial forecast preparation and budget analysis
Train and support new and existing team members in Conference Services and Catering
Review and update departmental policies and procedures as needed
Meet annual personal and team sales and service goals
Perform additional tasks or projects as assigned by hotel leadership
Requirements:
Minimum three years of experience in catering, conference services, event planning, or hospitality management in a full service resort or hotel required
Strong organizational, communication, and client-relationship skills
High level of creativity and innovative thinking
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage complex event details
Proficiency with sales and catering systems preferred
Proficient computer skills
Demonstrated coaching and people development skills
Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings, weekends, and event-related schedules
What we offer:
Housing Allowance
Use of the Fitness Facility
Medical, Dental and Sick leave coverage
Employee Travel Program
complimentary and reduced rates at other Four Seasons Properties
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Complimentary meal per shift in our employee dining room