Catering & Events Manager

Little Palm Island

. Respond to proposal, elopement, intimate wedding, and large-party inquiries .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeLittle Torch Key • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in luxury event planning, catering sales, and client relationship management, with a strong focus on achieving revenue goals and coordinating complex logistics. Proficient in food and beverage operations, event documentation, and maintaining high standards of service in a hospitality environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Luxury Event PlanningCatering SalesClient Relationship ManagementLogistics CoordinationFood and Beverage Operations

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Hard Skills

Event ManagementProposal DevelopmentSales ForecastingBanquet Event OrdersMenu DevelopmentPipeline ReportingEvent DocumentationBudget ManagementProject ManagementOperational Communication

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailMultitasking AbilityRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Event Management SystemsSales Management Systems

Industry Keywords

Luxury CateringWedding SalesConference ServicesHospitality EnvironmentEvent Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Respond to proposal, elopement, intimate wedding, and large-party inquiries
Qualify leads and develop customized luxury event and dining proposals
Conduct in-person site inspections and presentations
Cultivate relationships with planners, travel advisors, photographers, and local vendors
Upsell premium experiences, restaurant enhancements, and resort experiences
Maintain sales activity, forecasting, and pipeline reporting
Achieve annual revenue goals for intimate celebrations, restaurant events, and large parties
Serve as lead planner and on-site point of contact from booking through execution
Partner with culinary and restaurant teams on menu development and event-specific offerings
Coordinate logistics, staffing, and setup for restaurant buyouts and large social events
Manage last-minute changes and operational communications in real time
Serve as primary contact for group events after turnover
Coordinate event logistics and client requirements
Produce Banquet Event Orders, resumes, agendas, and planning documents
Conduct pre-conference, internal planning, and post-event meetings
Coordinate with culinary, banquet, housekeeping, recreation, spa, engineering, and accounting teams
Review event space and restaurant space requirements and setup specifications
Conduct event inspections and ensure adherence to brand standards
Meet clients on-site and oversee event execution
Support menu development, packaging and promotional offers, social catering growth, planner outreach, FAM coordination, marketing, and social media
Invoice deposits and coordinate billing
Review banquet and restaurant checks and final bills for accuracy
Assist Accounting with guest billing clarifications
Maintain event history and documentation
Update sales and event management systems accurately and promptly
Participate in weekly revenue and departmental meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 2 years of experience in luxury catering sales, wedding sales, conference services, or event management
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Working knowledge of food and beverage operations, banquet service, restaurant operations, and event planning
Experience working in a luxury resort or hospitality environment preferred
Must be based on property at Little Palm Island
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus Plan
Hybrid Remote is listed in the job header, but the posting explicitly requires an on-property presence at Little Palm Island
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules