Catering Sales and Events Manager - InterContinental Indianapolis

Catering Sales and Events Manager

About IHG and the InterContinental Indianapolis

The InterContinental Indianapolis brings urban luxury and timeless style to Monument Circle. The landmarked Illinois Building has been restored to feature 170 Modern Guestrooms, 17 Luxurious Suites, Lobby Lounge and a stunning Rooftop Bar with iconic views of Monument Circle.

Explore our very own InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts – a truly international brand. Discover a modern, globally-focused culture where world travelers feel at home. Live the InterContinental life. You’ll find us in beautifully restored buildings and many exciting new developments. With 60 properties in the pipeline, our extraordinary world is set to expand.

At IHG we promise to give colleagues…

• Room to Belong: Enable • Room to Grow: Enrich • Room to Make a Difference: Empower

The InterContinental creates exceptional experiences through our Brand Values by being:

• Thoughtful • Cultured • Remarkable

We cultivate an engaging environment for our colleagues and guests by enlivening our IHG Core Values:

• Do the right thing • Show we care • Aim higher • Celebrate difference • Work better together

About the Catering Sales and Events Manager position

The Catering Sales and Events Manager will focus on selling and servicing all local catering, galas, non-for-profit events, social functions and wedding related events in both our function space and restaurant privet dining spaces.

A little taste of your day-to-day

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Event Sales and Service: developing target base of wedding clientele, developing and implementing event strategies, including setting goals, objectives, and budgets. Collaborating with stakeholders to determine event themes, formats, and target audience with an emphasis on wedding clients. • Event logistics: overseeing all logistical aspects of events, including venues selection, accommodation, transportation, audiovisual setup, catering and equipment rentals. Ensuring smooth operations and timely execution. • Client Relationship management: building and maintaining relationships with clients, understanding their event requirements, and providing exceptional customer service. Collaborating with clients to develop event concepts, themes, and programs. • On-site event management: overseeing on-site event operations, including staff coordination and troubleshooting. Ensuring seamless and memorable experience for all participants. • Risk management: identifying and mitigating potential risks and challenges associated with events. Developing contingency plans and ensuring compliance with legal, health, and safety regulations. • Post-event evaluation and actions: gathering feedback from clients and attendees. Analyzing data, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing changes for future events. • Industry knowledge and trends: straying update with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in events management. Incorporating innovative ideas and strategies to enhance the quality and impact of events.