Overview
Director of Catering & Conference Services Jobs in Washington, DC at Rebel Hotel Company
Title: Director of Catering & Conference Services
Company: Rebel Hotel Company
Location: Washington, DC
The Director of Catering & Conference Services is responsible for the overall leadership, commercial performance, and operational excellence of the catering and conference services department. This leader will oversee departmental strategy, revenue growth, team performance, client satisfaction, and cross-functional execution while ensuring the hotel delivers exceptional meetings, events, and catered experiences. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who can lead at a high level while remaining connected enough to the operation to support complex events, major client relationships, and critical business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the overall catering and conference services operation, with accountability for revenue growth, client satisfaction, team performance, and operational excellence.
Drive proactive business development, strategic sales efforts, and revenue optimization across corporate, association, social, wedding, and local market segments.
Lead, coach, and develop the Catering & Conference Services team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and exceptional service standards.
Oversee the full client journey from initial inquiry through event execution and final follow-up, ensuring seamless communication, strong partnerships, and outstanding guest experiences.
Serve as the senior point of contact for VIP clients, complex business opportunities, escalated service matters, and high-profile events.
Manage departmental budgeting, forecasting, financial performance, and administrative compliance while identifying opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
Partner closely with Sales, Banquets, Culinary, Front Office, and Food & Beverage teams to ensure aligned execution and maximize total hotel revenue.
