Account Director, Catering - Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok

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The Account Director, Catering is responsible for generating and managing catering and event business for the hotel. Duties include developing corporate and social accounts, responding to event enquiries, preparing proposals, conducting site inspections, negotiating contracts, coordinating with banquet and operational teams, and achieving revenue targets. Candidates are expected to have hotel sales or catering experience, strong knowledge of the Bangkok events market, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage several accounts and deadlines. A degree or diploma in hospitality, business, marketing, or a related field is typically preferred. Professional English, sound commercial judgment, presentation skills, and a service-oriented approach are important; Thai-language ability and established local contacts would be advantageous.

About the employer

Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok is a premium five-star hotel located on Sukhumvit Road near Asok and major business, shopping, and transportation districts. The property is part of Marriott International’s Luxury Collection portfolio and is known for upscale accommodation, personalized service, dining venues, meeting facilities, and event services. It attracts international leisure travelers, corporate guests, wedding parties, and large conferences. The hotel operates within Marriott’s global systems and standards while presenting a distinct local identity and Bangkok-focused guest experience. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with structured training, service-quality expectations, and access to Marriott-related career opportunities. Its catering and events operation supports business meetings, social celebrations, weddings, and other functions, making sales, banquet coordination, and relationship management central to commercial performance.