Catering Sales Executive (The Ritz Carlton AMAALA)📣 Job Ad

Position Overview

Creative Hospitality is seeking a full-time Catering Sales Executive for The Ritz-Carlton, AMAALA. This role is situated within the Jeddah and Makkah region of Saudi Arabia, with the primary base on AMAALA Island. AMAALA is an emerging ultra-luxury hospitality destination located on the Red Sea.

Role Summary

The Catering Sales Executive will be responsible for driving event experiences and operating within a dynamic sales environment. This position requires a professional with over 10 years of experience in catering or hospitality sales. Candidates must be comfortable with living and working in a remote island environment, as AMAALA Island is an exclusive destination.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively source and manage catering and events sales leads.
• Conduct site inspections, client meetings, and proposal presentations.
• Prepare and negotiate contracts, proposals, and event orders.
• Coordinate with operations and culinary teams to ensure flawless event delivery.
• Achieve and exceed individual and team sales targets.
• Support the development of long-term client relationships and repeat business.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Over 10 years of prior experience in catering sales, events, or hospitality sales within a luxury hotel or venue.
• Strong knowledge of catering operations, event planning, and sales techniques.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and events simultaneously.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• A confident, professional, and client-first personality.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• High level of reliability, punctuality, and professionalism.
• Strong commercial mindset with a proactive and results-driven attitude.
• Ability to build and maintain lasting relationships with clients and partners.
• Attention to detail in every step of the event planning and sales journey.
• Commitment to delivering memorable and seamless event experiences from enquiry to execution.

Work Location Details

This full-time position is based on AMAALA Island, a remote and exclusive destination on the Red Sea, within the broader Jeddah and Makkah region of Saudi Arabia. Prospective candidates must be prepared for and comfortable with living and working in a remote island environment.