Company Description The Leela Mumbai is a 5-star, resort-style business hotel located just minutes from Mumbai’s international airport, offering a peaceful setting amid the city’s vibrant energy. Set on 11 acres of landscaped lawns, water features, and a grand driveway, the hotel features 398 luxurious rooms and suites with views of green spaces and shimmering water bodies. Its state-of-the-art conference and event facilities, including an 11,000-square-foot Grand Ballroom, cater to high-profile meetings, celebrations, and social gatherings.

Guests enjoy a range of acclaimed dining experiences, from all-day international cuisine at Citrus to fine Indian dining at Jamavar, Chinese specialties at The Great Wall, premium cocktails at Six Degrees, and global gastronomy at Le Cirque. Known for its signature Leela hospitality, the hotel embodies Mumbai’s culture, energy, and warmth, making it a preferred destination for global and domestic travelers.

Role Description The Catering Sales Manager is a full-time, in office role based at The Leela Mumbai. This position is responsible for generating and managing catering sales for conferences, social events, weddings, and corporate functions, ensuring that revenue and profitability targets are met. Day-to-day activities include prospecting and qualifying leads, preparing proposals and contracts, conducting site inspections, and coordinating with clients to understand event objectives, budgets, and menu preferences.

The role collaborates closely with the food and beverage,



banquet operations, and events teams to plan and execute seamless functions, while maintaining high standards of guest satisfaction and brand consistency.

The Catering Sales

Manager also monitors market trends, maintains relationships with key accounts, and supports promotional initiatives to drive business growth.

Qualifications

- Strong expertise in Catering Sales and Food & Beverage, with a proven ability to convert inquiries into confirmed events and optimize banquet and catering revenue.
- Demonstrated skills in Event Planning and Customer Service, including end-to-end coordination of events, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple functions simultaneously.
- Commitment to Customer Satisfaction, with a track record of building long-term client relationships and delivering service that meets or exceeds luxury hotel standards.
- Experience in hospitality sales, preferably in 5-star hotels or upscale event venues, with knowledge of local and international MICE and social event markets.
- Excellent negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Hotel Management, Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
- Proficiency in MS Office and hotel sales or CRM systems; ability to analyze sales reports and market data.
- Flexibility to work varied schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business

📌 Catering Sales Manager (Mumbai)
🏢 The Leela Mumbai
📍 Mumbai