Sales & Catering Manager
Full-Time
Avanti International Resort
Orlando, FL
Posted June 17, 2026 by Paramount Hospitality Management
Our resort offers 3,000+ sq ft of flexible meeting & event space, making us an ideal destination for corporate groups, SMERF business, weddings, social events, & leisure travel. This role offers the opportunity to sell a high-visibility resort in one of the most competitive & exciting markets in FL.
Compensation: $70,000 to $72,000 per year plus bonus
Located in the heart of Orlando’s vibrant International Drive entertainment district, Avanti International Resort is a 652-room resort-style property just steps from ICON Park and minutes from Orlando’s top attractions, including Universal Orlando and the Orange County Convention Center.
Our resort offers 3,000+ square feet of flexible meeting and event space, making us an ideal destination for corporate groups, SMERF business, weddings, social events, and leisure travel. This role offers the opportunity to sell a high-visibility resort in one of the most competitive and exciting hospitality markets in Florida.
This is an opportunity for a true hunter mentality sales leader who enjoys prospecting, networking, and turning leads into long-term business relationships. If you love hospitality, live for the thrill of closing deals, and know how to create memorable group experiences—we want to meet you.
Why Join Us?
- Join a fast-paced, growing hospitality organization
- High-volume group opportunity with untapped growth potential
- Work with an experienced leadership team
- Opportunity to build strong client relationships in the Orlando market
- Competitive compensation + bonus potential
- Full benefits package (Salary + bonus)
What You’ll Do
- Generate new group and catering business through prospecting, networking, cold calling, and community outreach
- Build relationships with corporate, SMERF, wedding, and leisure clients
- Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through contract execution and post-event follow-up
- Conduct site tours and client meetings to showcase the resort
- Prepare proposals, contracts, and Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) with accuracy and attention to detail
- Partner closely with Operations and F&B to ensure flawless event execution
- Attend events to oversee logistics and ensure exceptional client satisfaction
- Monitor sales performance and adjust strategies to exceed revenue goals
- Represent the resort at networking events, trade shows, and industry functions
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 3 years of hotel sales & catering experience REQUIRED
- Proven success in meeting or exceeding sales goals
- Resort and banquet sales experience strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of group rooms, catering, and event planning
- Experience with Delphi, Salesforce, Maestro, or similar systems
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
- Self-motivated, proactive, and highly competitive
- Flexible schedule including evenings/weekends when needed
- Relocation package available
Avanti International Resort
Beautiful Orlando resort
Avanti International Resort is centrally located on International Drive in the heart of Orlando’s most popular attractions and dining experiences. Resort Wide Wi-Fi access, a kid- friendly pool with fountains, and shuttles to Universal Studios® and Disney Parks make this hotel ideal for families and travelers seeking the fullest Orlando, Florida experience.
The Orange County Convention Center is within walking distance, Avanti International Resort is a popular choice for business travelers.
| Address | 8738 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819 |
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| Property Type | Resort |
| # Jobs | 1 |
About Paramount Hospitality Management
We Develop & Manage Successful Properties
Paramount Hospitality was founded in 2001, by a team of professional, veteran hoteliers who have focused on all aspects of the hospitality industry with proven experience in mixed-use properties, hotels, resorts, condo hotels, and vacation ownership properties.
Our team has operated both independent and branded projects. We always exceed expectations by identifying the opportunities necessary to deliver the financial goals associated with ownership and immediately implement the strategies required to deliver success. Our commitment to delivering success is absolute and completely transparent.
Focus on the Bottom Line
Our team of seasoned professionals is always focused on driving revenue through every possible avenue, for each property. We implement cost-saving methods operationally without sacrificing service standards, optimize day-to-day revenue management always maximizing RevPAR, and enhance capture ratio in food & beverage. These are only a few methods we use to maximize revenue and minimize cost.
Our Properties Stand Out Amongst the Competition
At Paramount, we know that understanding the existing market and each property’s competitive set better than they know themselves is the secret to stealing market share and re-positioning each asset to make strides over the competition. We pride ourselves on having leadership that knows how to position our properties in achieving solid growth and increasing yearly revenues, in the most competitive markets. Our expertise is quite diversified with experience in managing:
- Hotels
- Resorts
- Condo Hotel (Various mixed-use projects)
- Vacation Ownership (Timeshare)
- Properties with Large Conference Centers & Meeting Spaces
- Condominium and Association Management
