Catering Sales Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the catering sales position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for total guest satisfaction for all local and group related functions by ensuring a consistent product to standards, while maximizing profitability and protecting the integrity of the guest experience.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Graduated from College or University in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major
• A qualified applicant is a “people person” who is flexible, can manage multiple demands, loves to serve others, and has proven computer, sales and/or catering skills
• Previous experience selling, creating and organising events in a high-end operation
• A passion for going the extra mile for each client every day
• A genuine passion for events combined with an eye for detail
• Competent with OPERA Sales & Catering Software or similar
• Experience in the hospitality industry and/or sales is preferred
• Manages sales efforts for the hotel including local corporate and social catering

I would like to submit my application for the catering sales opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for a defect free and memorable experience for all clients; to be known as the preferred hotel.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Able to work independently in an extremely fast-paced environment
• Sales and Marketing background an asset
• Positive attitude with an enthusiastic team player approach
• Prepare and submit related documentation in a timely manner
• Assist in planning and executing weddings and other social events
• Use feedback from Meeting Plann
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, , poised and engaging, empathetic communication styles that can enliven, engage, and positively impact individuals and groups
• Background in hospitality industry is highly desirable

I am excited to be applying for the position of catering sales. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for prompt and consistent service at guest and service bars.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Diploma in Hospitality Management or equivalent is an advantage
• Self-motivated, willing to learn, independent and able to work under pressure
• Good command of both spoken and written English, Chinese and Putonghua
• Well-versed in Microsoft Word, Excel & Chinese word processing
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule due to business levels including weekends and extended 8 hour days
• Knowledge of CRM system such as Salesforce, Sales Cloud, Monkey Media
• Knowledge of various food service styles
• Understand viticulture and be able to recommend wines

I would like to submit my application for the catering sales opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for outstanding customer service to clients while they are in the hotel to ensure total guest satisfaction.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Understand liquors
• Understand Culinary terms for menus
• Learn and master computer programs such as Delphi and Meeting Matrix
• Aggressive prospecting and selling
• Exert physical effort in transporting up to 30 pounds to and from work area
• Selling and coordinating food, beverage, décor, entertainment, audio visual, for all group sales booked
• Proficiency in MS Office and Delphi are preferred
• Extremely proficient in SalesNet, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Publisher

In response to your job posting for catering sales, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for information on events taking place in the Menu Development Kitchen, take reservations for these events, submit/confirm orders with all outside departments.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Catering and conference experience in a hotel setting preferred
• Demonstrated experience listening, anticipating and responding to the needs of the customer to achieve excellent customer service
• Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships, inviting and incorporating new information into catering systems, and eliciting the cooperation of others
• Previously a sales executive/manager in 4/5 star hotel
• Fluent Arabic both oral and written desirable but not essential
• Knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel and Hotel Automation systems
• Practical computer experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Confidence to make decisions that will benefit all stakeholders