The Private Event Sales Manager at Montage is responsible for driving revenue by selling private dining room spaces with Food & Beverage and Room Rental minimums, and for planning and executing those private dining events. This leader collaborates with culinary and outlet teams to deliver exceptional, personalized service that reflects the brand's luxury hospitality commitment. The role includes overseeing event setup, service flow, and breakdown, monitoring guest satisfaction, and assisting with budgeting and cost control. This position is eligible for the Montage International Sales Incentive Plan with potential quarterly and annual bonuses.

Responsibilities

Lead the sales, planning, execution of all private dining events, ensuring flawless service from pre-event preparation through post-event follow-up.
Partner with outlet and culinary teams to design menus and experiences tailored to guest preferences and event goals.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with guests, ensuring opportunities to provide personalized touches that elevate the dining experience for every event.
Oversee setup, service flow, and breakdown of all private dining events in partnership with the appropriate Outlet.
Monitor guest satisfaction and resolve concerns promptly and professionally.
Maintain strong knowledge of food, wine, and beverage offerings to provide guidance and recommendations to guests.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control related to private dining operations.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in luxury hospitality, preferably with a focus on private dining, banquets, or fine dining service.
Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to inspire and motivate teams.
Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
Advanced knowledge of food, wine, and beverage service standards.
A passion for creating memorable guest experiences and exceeding expectations.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as business demands.

Benefits

The pay scale for Private Events Sales Manager is $70,300 to $85,000.
The pay scale is the base salary or hourly wage range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Montage reasonably expects to pay for the position.