Director, Catering / Special Events - At&T Discovery District

Founded in 2008, Legends’ operating divisions worldwide include – Global Partnerships, Global Sales, Hospitality, Global Partnerships, Global Merchandise, Global Technology Solutions, Attractions, and Growth Enterprises – offering clients and partners a 360-degree data and analytics-fueled service solution platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning, and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment. For more information, visit  and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TheLegendsWay.

THE ROLE    

The Director of Catering & Special Events has a significant role in the successful operation of Legends. The position is charged with establishing and maintaining client relationships with business groups, weddings, and social groups. The Director of Catering & Special Events will have a tremendous amount of interaction and personal involvement with her/his clients, and as such must always represent Legends Hospitality in a professional, gracious and knowledgeable manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow up with customers to assess/evaluate catering events, to maximize revenues and generating return/continued business.
• Respond to client and customer inquiries with a sense of urgency.
•  As necessary, have food and beverage guidelines reviewed and/or approved for catered events by the Senior Director of Premium Services prior to presenting the contract to the client.
• Lead, develop, and maintain an informed and well-versed team to execute events.
• Set clear goals, tasks, and deadlines for all individuals on the team.
• Coach team members and assist them with their development.
• Must be familiar with and understand our Special Event and Catering Contracts and ensure their accuracy.
• Maintain financial records related to the operation of the department and meet required deadlines for reporting to the accounting department.
•  Arrange required site inspections and meetings with clients on-site.
•  Maintain open communications and professional relationships with all of Legends departments and the Client.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Proven leadership experience in a Catering environment and leading a team
•  Minimum of five years’ experience as a Director in the Food & Beverage Industry or similar
• Knowledge of report development and financial planning
• Ability to develop and deliver sound recommendations
•  Detail-oriented
• Proven ability to develop teams
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
•  Values diversity
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Analytical skills
• Organization and planning skills
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
• Ability to delegate effectively
•  Experience working in a high volume luxury property

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On-Site 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.

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