Assistant Director of Event Planning and Catering
Company: Marriott Hotels Resorts
Location: Grapevine
Posted on: April 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Description JOB SUMMARY Directs and manages all catering
department functions. Directs the daily activities and oversees the
performance of the Executive Meeting Services and Catering
Management teams. Assists the Director of Catering in preparing the
catering department budget, revenue forecasts and development and
execution of annual business plans. Plans and executes complex
group events as assigned by the Director of Catering. Verifies that
client specifications and contract obligations are communicated to
the appropriate operational departments. Verifies that
specifications are implemented and executed to established
guidelines. Oversees the Banquet Event Order (BEO) distribution
process, change log and daily information report. Assigns groups to
Catering and Executive Meeting Managers. CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience • High school diploma or GED; 7 years’
experience in catering management, food and beverage, sales and
marketing, or related professional area. OR • Bachelor’s degree
from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management,
Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 4 years’
experience in Catering management, food and beverage, sales and
marketing, or related professional area. CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Assisting in Managing Operations and Budgets • Directs and manages
all catering department functions including but not limited to
catering sales, executive meetings and department administration. •
Directs the daily activities and oversees the performance of the
Executive Meeting Services and Catering Management teams including
annual performance evaluations and career planning. • Assists the
Director of Catering in preparing the catering department budget,
revenue forecasts and development and execution of annual business
plans. • Plans and executes complex group events as assigned by the
Director of Catering. • Verifies that client specifications and
contract obligations are communicated to the appropriate
operational departments. Verifies that specifications are
implemented and executed to established guidelines. • Oversees the
Banquet Event Order (BEO) distribution process, change log and
daily information report. • Assigns groups to Catering and
Executive Meeting Managers. • Partners with the Director of
Catering to develop sales promotions and marketing plans to support
the overall sales effort. • Establishes training curriculum and
verifies manager compliance. • Works with direct reports to review
scheduled events and troubleshoot potential challenges/conflicts. •
Verifies furniture and equipment is maintained and inventory levels
are kept in accordance to corporate guidelines. • Develops a
strategy that is aligned with the company’s business strategy and
leads its execution. • Conducts daily walk-through of banquet floor
to verify client satisfaction and quality standards. Promoting
Exceptional Customer Service • Creates an atmosphere that meets or
exceeds guest expectations. • Consults with customers in order to
determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings,
conferences, and conventions. • Reviews customer service data to
identify service failures and provide guidance on problem
resolution. Managing and Conducting Human Resources Activities •
Interviews, selects and trains employees. • Appraises employee’s
productivity and efficiency for the purpose of recommending
promotions or other changes in status. • Provides for the safety
and security of the employees or the property. • Monitors employee
attendance and records absences/tardiness. • Helps direct
supervisors to achieve their own development goals. • Conducts
annual performance appraisal with direct reports according to
Standard Operating Procedures. At Marriott International, we are
dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and
providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment
where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and
celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of
culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are
committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including
disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable
law.
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