What is a catering and convention services manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a catering and convention services manager

1. Explore catering and convention services manager education requirements

   Most common catering and convention services manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   80.5 %

   Associate

   12.3 %

   High School Diploma

   3.6 %

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2. Start to develop specific catering and convention services manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Audio Visual	6.79%
   Guest Satisfaction	6.51%
   Delphi	6.24%
   Convention Services	5.68%
   Resorts	5.43%

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3. Complete relevant catering and convention services manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-2 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New catering and convention services managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a catering and convention services manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real catering and convention services manager resumes.

4. Research catering and convention services manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage sleeping room blocks, including comp assignments, rooming lists, room assignments, pre-keying and VIP's.
   • Used Marriott computer applications to manage and administer events.
   • Train with excellence on Delphi software booking engine.
   • Create BEOs and attend weekly meetings regarding all events.

5. Apply for catering and convention services manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a catering and convention services manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams