The Sales Executive, Outdoor Catering Sales, is responsible for generating business and selling Marriott’s outdoor catering services across Dubai. Requirements typically include previous hotel, catering, events, or sales experience; strong knowledge of the local market; excellent communication and negotiation skills; professional presentation; and the ability to meet revenue targets. The successful candidate is expected to identify new business opportunities, maintain relationships with corporate and private clients, prepare proposals and quotations, conduct site visits, coordinate with event and operations teams, and ensure smooth client handovers. Flexibility, initiative, teamwork, attention to detail, and a customer-focused approach are essential. Knowledge of Dubai’s events industry and a valid UAE driving licence may be advantageous.
JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai is a luxury hotel operated by Marriott International and located in Business Bay, Dubai. The property is one of the city’s most prominent hospitality destinations, offering extensive guest rooms and suites, restaurants, lounges, meeting facilities, event venues, spa services, and outdoor catering capabilities. It serves business travellers, leisure guests, weddings, conferences, and large-scale social events. As part of Marriott International, the hotel follows global standards for guest service, colleague development, operational excellence, and responsible business practices. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with opportunities to build careers across hotel operations, sales, events, food and beverage, and corporate hospitality. The outdoor catering sales team supports revenue growth by promoting the hotel’s event expertise and delivering tailored catering solutions at external venues throughout Dubai and the wider UAE.
The United Arab Emirates is not an island but a federation of seven emirates, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi offering the widest range of hospitality, tourism, sales, events, and service-sector opportunities. The culture combines Gulf Arab traditions with a highly international workforce; modest, respectful dress and behaviour are expected, especially in professional and public settings. Lifestyle options include beaches, desert activities, shopping, dining, cultural attractions, and a busy events calendar. Most foreign employees need an employer-sponsored residence visa and work permit, usually arranged after receiving a formal offer. Employers may also assist with medical testing, Emirates ID, and relocation paperwork, although packages vary. Housing, transport, health insurance, and annual flights should be confirmed before accepting a role. Dubai is convenient and energetic but can be expensive, particularly for accommodation, while commuting and summer heat are important considerations.
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