Overview
Grand Hyatt Barcelona is seeking a detail-oriented and client-focused Catering Sales Manager to join our Sales team on a temporary basis to cover a maternity leave. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for hospitality and event planning, particularly in the luxury segment. You will be responsible for managing catering-only group requests and social events—including weddings—by overseeing the full sales and coordination cycle.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and respond to inbound catering-only and social event inquiries, such as corporate luncheons and private celebrations.
* Act as the primary contact for wedding clients, managing both sales and full event planning.
* Qualify leads, create customized proposals, and align offerings with hotel availability, revenue targets, and client expectations.
* Draft contracts, track approvals, and coordinate deposits according to internal protocols.
* Lead site inspections and planning meetings, showcasing hotel services and facilities.
* Collaborate with internal teams (Culinary, Banqueting, Events, Rooms Division) to ensure seamless execution.
* Maintain accurate client records and event details using systems like Envision.
* Provide a luxury, service-oriented experience at every touchpoint.
Qualifications
Experience & Education :
* Minimum 1 year of experience in hospitality sales, catering, or events.
* Experience planning weddings or social events is highly preferred.
* Previous work in luxury hotels or upscale venues is a strong asset.
Skills & Competencies :
* Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
* Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Professional, empathetic, and service-driven approach.
* Ability to handle both administrative and client-facing duties.
* Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken).
* Familiarity with Envision, Opera, or similar systems is a plus.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to have you on our team! Let’s create exceptional experiences together.
Care Connects Us
At Hyatt, we care for people so they can be their best. Our values guide our behaviors to bring our purpose to life: Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing.
What you will love about us!
* 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
* Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!
* 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels
* Employee cafeteria
* Complimentary access to a multifaceted Wellness Platform in the care of mental well-being inspiring human growth
* Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
At Hyatt, we care for people so they can be their best. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the Hyatt family with a global presence of 1150 hotels in over 70 countries and a reputation as a Great Place to Work. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, with teams that reflect diverse cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities.
Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone\'s role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our belief that hospitality is more than just a job – it’s a career for people who care.
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