Director of Catering

The Director of Catering is a dynamic sales leader with a passion for creating memorable experiences and building meaningful connections. Overseeing a team of four, this role is responsible for driving catering and event revenue across social, corporate, and wedding segments; serving as both a strategic leader and a hands-on seller. The ideal candidate brings creativity, commercial acumen, and a deep network within Washington, DC’s event and wedding communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the Catering, Conference Services, and Event Management teams to deliver flawlessly executed events and exceptional guest experiences.
• Actively prospect, solicit, and develop new catering business through personal sales calls, client entertainment, and participation in local and national industry events.
• Cultivate relationships with top event planners, corporate partners, and wedding professionals to strengthen the hotel’s presence in the DC market.
• Demonstrate strong financial leadership by preparing accurate forecasts, establishing annual strategic plans and budgets, and maximizing revenue opportunities.
• Contribute to annual commercial planning and present performance insights to senior leadership during quarterly reviews.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to develop creative event concepts and promotional offerings aligned with the hotel’s lifestyle positioning.
• Ensure all departmental communication, contracts, and procedures reflect the hotel’s standards of excellence and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience leading catering and events in a luxury or lifestyle hotel setting.
• Proven track record in managing both people and budgets, with a focus on driving profitability and team success.
• Strong business and financial acumen, with experience in forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Established network within the Washington, DC wedding and event community highly preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• A passion for hospitality and for creating experiences that feel both personal and unforgettable.

The perks of working as Director of Catering with The Dupont Circle

• Free meals on duty as well as breakfast to get you started and all-day tea and coffee for the caffeine lovers
• Great health plan and benefits
• Plan for your future with our 401k plan
• Great location with easy access to the Metro and commuter benefits
• Discounted hotel rooms in the UK, Ireland and USA for you, your family and friends
• 50% off food when dining with the Doyle Collection
• In-house training team dedicated to your personal development
• Reward and recognition programmes (earn bonuses, restaurant meals, overnight stays and extra days off!)
• Staff summer parties, Christmas parties and regular team get togethers
• Plus more …

The Dupont Circle, Washington

The Dupont Circle Hotel in Washington DC is a luxury property located right on Dupont Circle in the nation's capital. Newly renovated the hotel has 327 chicly styled and luxuriously appointed guest rooms, with 12 bespoke penthouse suites located on the 9th floor of the hotel. Home to Pembroke Restaurant and Doyle Bar, the property also boasts almost 10,000 square feet of meeting and event space.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Dupont Circle Hotel does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based upon race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, matriculation, or political affiliation. We will make any reasonable effort to ensure that all applicants and employees receive equal opportunity in personnel matters, including recruiting, selection, training, placement, promotion, wages and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.