Director of Catering Position Available In Monroe, New York

Director of Catering The Woodcliff Hotel and Spa – 3.1 Fairport, NY Job Details Full-time $85,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Catering Senior level Full Job Description Woodcliff Hotel & Spa is seeking an experienced and passionate Director of Catering to lead our dynamic catering and events team. This leadership role is responsible for driving revenue through the successful sales and execution of weddings, social events, and corporate catering functions. The ideal candidate is results-driven, client-focused, and thrives in a high-touch, high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, mentor, and manage the catering sales team, including sales managers and event coordinators Drive catering revenue through proactive solicitation, relationship management, and upselling opportunities Oversee the full event lifecycle — from inquiry and proposal through contract, planning, and on-site execution Collaborate with the culinary, banquet, and operations teams to ensure exceptional guest experiences Develop and implement annual catering sales strategies and monthly pacing goals Maintain strong relationships with corporate, social, and wedding clients, acting as a strategic partner in event planning Monitor catering profitability and partner with F&B leadership to ensure cost control and revenue maximization Stay current with local event trends, competitive offerings, and industry best practices Represent the hotel at networking events, bridal shows, and client-facing functions as needed The Woodcliff Hotel and Spa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to age, disability, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, victim of domestic violence status, arrest or conviction record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.