Luxury Hotel Director of Catering & Events

Recruiting Partner: Ed Gromacki

Austin, Texas | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $110,000 to $120,000 | Job ID: 164455

Job Summary

To Apply for this Job Click Here

Luxury Hotel Director of Catering & Events Job Summary

Are you ready to lead our LUXURY property in SAN ANTONIO, Texas? As the Director of Catering & Events, you’ll lead a high-performing team to deliver world-class gatherings that inspire irrational loyalty and elevate every guest interaction. You’ll be the driving force behind innovation, excellence, and seamless execution in a dynamic, high-touch hospitality environment.

Luxury Hotel Director of Catering & Events Compensation Package

  • Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
  • Performance-based bonus structure
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO and holiday schedule
  • Professional development and industry association support

Luxury Hotel Director of Catering & Events Job Duties

  • Lead and inspire the Catering and Event Sales & Planning Team to exceed luxury service standards
  • Implement strategic commercial initiatives and monitor for best-in-class results
  • Collaborate with operations and sales to deliver high-impact, creative event experiences
  • Serve as the hotel’s subject matter expert on event execution and guest experience
  • Maintain high service standards through continuous process reviews
  • Represent the hotel in industry associations and networking events
  • Develop and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and cost reporting
  • Oversee use of all event spaces and manage vendor relationships
  • Support team development through career planning, succession strategies, and mentorship
  • Participate in site inspections and assist with sales processes as needed
  • Stay current on event trends and integrate innovative practices

Luxury Hotel Director of Catering & Events Job Requirements and Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a Department Head leading a team
  • Minimum 2 years of Catering Sales and 2 years of Event Planning experience
  • Experience in a 4 Diamond hotel/resort environment required
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; 4-year college degree preferred
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage complex programs with attention to detail and a positive attitude
  • Proficiency in Delphi, Excel, and Word
  • Significant food & beverage knowledge and ability to collaborate on custom menus
  • Ability to travel within designated markets
  • Analytical skills for data-driven decision-making
  • Ability to manage conflict and foster a productive team environment
  • Passion for luxury hospitality and guest-centric service

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

 

JOB ID: 164455

#post

Ed Gromacki

To Apply for this Job Click Here

Share This Job

Share This Job

Additional Information

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

Ed Gromacki

Senior Recruiting Partner & Training Coach

Restaurant General Manager

Lafayette, Colorado
Food & Beverage & Lodging
$85,000 to $90,000

Restaurant General Manager

Denver, Colorado
Food & Beverage & Lodging
$80,000 to $85,000

Restaurant General Manager

Estes Park, Colorado
Food & Beverage & Lodging
$85,000 to $90,000

Upscale Restaurant General Manager

Denver, Colorado
Food & Beverage & Lodging
$85,000 to $90,000

Additional Information

At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

Ed Gromacki

Senior Recruiting Partner & Training Coach