Director of Outside Catering Sales

START YOUR JOURNEY WITH US JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai welcomes you to the heart of the city's lively downtown district with modern luxury and award-winning service. Soaring above Sheikh Zayed Road, our bustling and dynamic 5-star hotel is one of the tallest in the world, consisting of two towers with 1608 rooms and boasts awe-inspiring views of the water and Dubai cityscape. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or a workout in the fitness center before easing tired muscles with a massage at Saray Spa. Sample the flavors of the world at our 10 restaurants and lounges, which offer Japanese, Italian, Indian and Thai cuisine. For those planning an event in downtown Dubai, UAE our hotel offers 80,000 square feet of adaptable space, including a striking ballroom and outdoor venues. Explore, Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Opera which are all minutes away. LOVE WHAT YOU DO EVEN MORE At JW Marriott®, treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we treat our associates. Because we believe it takes people who genuinely love what they do to create a truly extraordinary experience. Here at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, we are looking for talented individuals, to join our amazing family and in return we are able to offer you the following: An amazing career opportunity to not just work with us but open opportunities worldwide with our extensive portfolio of hotels. Learning opportunities with some of the best professionals the region has to offer. We aim to promote our associates within as soon as the opportunity arises, so we hope to see you progress your career in line with our training and promotion schedule. A competitive salary with excellent benefits which include accommodation, meals on duty, Transportation, and: World class training and development, including leadership development. Recognition programs. Discounted accommodation in over 8,000 hotels all over the world. Yes, 8,000! Discounted food & drink in all our restaurants and bars. Discounts for your friends and family. Unlimited career opportunities (Internationally and locally) Medical and Life insurance Amazing support to ensure you have all the tools you require to complete your day-to-day tasks. OUR EXPECTATIONS FROM THE ROLE: Job Summary: The Director of Outside Catering Sales serves as the strategic leader responsible for driving revenue growth, market expansion, and overall business performance for the Outside Catering division at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai. This role is accountable for developing and executing a comprehensive sales strategy that positions the hotel as a market leader in the outside catering sector while ensuring alignment with Marriott International’s brand standards, service culture, and commercial objectives. The Director leads all proactive sales efforts, focusing on business development, client acquisition, key account management, and revenue optimization across all catering segments. Through strategic selling, relationship management, market intelligence, and effective forecasting, the role ensures the achievement of annual revenue goals while maximizing profitability and market share. A critical component of this position is the strong partnership and dotted-line relationship with the hotel’s operational leadership teams, including Culinary, Event Planning, Banquet Operations, Stewarding, and other event support functions. While the Director maintains full ownership of sales performance and customer acquisition, the success of the Outside Catering business is highly dependent on seamless collaboration with operations to ensure the successful planning, execution, and delivery of events. The Director acts as the commercial voice of the customer while working closely with operational stakeholders to evaluate event feasibility, resource allocation, service delivery standards, and overall client satisfaction. This partnership ensures that all business opportunities sold can be executed efficiently, profitably, and in accordance with JW Marriott Marquis Dubai’s luxury service standards. This role provides overall leadership, coaching, and direction for the Outside Catering Sales team, fostering a high-performing culture focused on accountability, customer engagement, and revenue generation. The Director is responsible for developing sales talent, establishing clear performance objectives, driving productivity, and creating succession plans to support long-term business success. In addition, the Director is responsible for: Developing and executing the strategic business plan for Outside Catering. Identifying new market opportunities and emerging revenue streams. Driving proactive sales activities to grow market share and brand presence. Building and maintaining relationships with key corporate, government, social, and event industry clients. Leading pricing, negotiations, and commercial decision-making to maximize revenue and profitability. Delivering accurate business forecasts, pipeline mana

The Director leads all proactive sales efforts, focusing on business development, client acquisition, key account management, and revenue optimization across all catering segments. Through strategic selling, relationship management, market intelligence, and effective forecasting, the role ensures the achievement of annual revenue goals while maximizing profitability and market share. A critical component of this position is the strong partnership and dotted-line relationship with the hotel’s operational leadership teams, including Culinary, Event Planning, Banquet Operations, Stewarding, and other event support functions. While the Director maintains full ownership of sales performance and customer acquisition, the success of the Outside Catering business is highly dependent on seamless collaboration with operations to ensure the successful planning, execution, and delivery of events. The Director acts as the commercial voice of the customer while working closely with operational stakeholders to evaluate event feasibility, resource allocation, service delivery standards, and overall client satisfaction. This partnership ensures that all business opportunities sold can be executed efficiently, profitably, and in accordance with JW Marriott Marquis Dubai’s luxury service standards. This role provides overall leadership, coaching, and direction for the Outside Catering Sales team, fostering a high-performing culture focused on accountability, customer engagement, and revenue generation. The Director is responsible for developing sales talent, establishing clear performance objectives, driving productivity, and creating succession plans to support long-term business success. In addition, the Director is responsible for: Developing and executing the strategic business plan for Outside Catering. Identifying new market opportunities and emerging revenue streams. Driving proactive sales activities to grow market share and brand presence. Building and maintaining relationships with key corporate, government, social, and event industry clients. Leading pricing, negotiations, and commercial decision-making to maximize revenue and profitability. Delivering accurate business forecasts, pipeline mana