Director of Catering & Events
Skills
About This Role
TGP International
WE CREATE, DESIGN AND BUILD AWARD WINNING WORLD-CLASS F&B AND RETAIL BRANDS FOR OUR CLIENTS AND PARTNERS
TGP International are a hospitality consultancy based in London and Dubai.
We team up with passionate brands, clients and entrepreneurs to make their long-term vision a reality through concept development, creative interior design, graphic design & branding, franchising, advisory & operational services and project management.
Some of our clients include: Dubai Expo 2020, Marriott, Hilton, Waldorf Astoria, Harrods, Sushi Samba, Adrift Burger Bar, Nakheel Malls, Selfridges, Time Out Market, FIFA World Cup 2022, The National, and Tashas.
Do you have a real passion for food and hospitality?
Are you a foodie?
Does the idea of creating world-class restaurants, food halls and F&B excite you?
As the world’s leading hospitality agency, offering an outstanding 360 degree service to our clients, we are constantly striving to be the best and lead the sector in F&B and hospitality consultancy.
We need a driven and creative person to join our fun and dynamic team and have a direct contribution and client exposure on some of the world’s leading projects.
**Requirements** **The Role**
You will have full responsibility for the **performance of the Catering & Events business unit**, with a strong focus on **business development and revenue generation**.
Leveraging your established UAE network, you will identify and secure new opportunities, build long-term client relationships, and ensure consistent delivery of high-quality operations across all verticals.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive **business development and revenue growth** across all catering and events segments
- Leverage existing **client network and industry relationships** to secure new business
- Own and deliver against **revenue targets and pipeline conversion**
- Oversee full **P&L performance**, including cost control and margin optimisation
- Lead and manage performance across all business verticals:
- + Catering (gala dinners, corporate/DDR, premium and external catering, office catering, long-term contracts)
- + Events (festival bars, concessions, large-scale activations)
- + Small restaurant operations
- Ensure high standards of **service delivery and operational execution**
- Build and lead a **high-performing, commercially focused team**
- Represent the business in the market, strengthening brand presence and partnerships
Requirements
- Minimum **10 years’ experience in the UAE** catering/events market
- Proven track record in **business development and revenue generation**
- Strong **existing network (“black book”)** of corporate clients, event agencies, and key stakeholders
- Experience managing **multi-vertical F&B or catering operations**
- Strong commercial acumen with **P&L ownership experience**
- Excellent client management, negotiation, and leadership skills
What We’re Looking For
A results-driven industry professional who can **open doors, win business, and lead delivery**.
You are well-connected, commercially sharp, and capable of scaling a catering and events operation in a competitive market.
How to Apply
If you have the network, experience, and drive to lead and grow a high-performing catering and events business, we would like to hear from you.
Please submit your CV at Ryan.Waddell@tgpinternational.com
TGP International Employee Benefits
Five-Day Work Week: Standard Monday to Friday schedule.
Hybrid Work Arrangement: Three days in the office and two days working remotely.
Incentive Plan: Company incentive scheme offering up to 10%—5% for introductions and 5% for successful closures.
Annual Leave: 22 working days of paid annual leave, excluding weekends.
Remote Work Flexibility: One additional week per year to work remotely from your home country, which can be combined with up to two consecutive weeks of annual leave.
Coaching & Mentoring: Structured professional development through a dedicated coaching and mentoring program.
Annual Company Gathering: A global team event bringing together employees from all offices.
Employee Recognition Program: Regular recognition initiatives celebrating outstanding performance and contributions.
Your resume, rewritten
for this exact role.
Sign up free — Base Career tailors your CV to this job description in 60 seconds.
01 / 05
Resume Tailored to This Job
Your keywords, structure, and story — rewritten to match this exact role and pass ATS filters.
Free · No card · 60 seconds
02 / 05
Cover Letter for This Role, Done
Job-specific cover letters written in Gulf professional tone — ready in seconds, not hours.
Free · No card · 60 seconds
03 / 05
See How Well You Fit This Role
AI match score with clear reasons — know your fit before investing time in the application.
Free · No card · 60 seconds
04 / 05
Apply in One Click
Autofill any application form on Workday, LinkedIn, Bayt, Greenhouse — with your tailored content.
Free · No card · 60 seconds
05 / 05
Track It. Follow Up at the Right Time.
Visual pipeline for every application with AI-timed follow-up reminders so nothing slips.
Free · No card · 60 seconds
Similar Jobs
Director of Sales
Hilton ·
A Director of Sales manages the hotel sales and marketing plans by recommending growth efforts, monitoring progress, and ensuring that the hotel is competitively positioned within the local marketplace. What will I be do
Skills
Director of Academic Excellence, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $400,000/year USD
Crossover · Abu Dhabi
You've shaped ambitious academic strategy and taken ownership of results. Your leadership approach is direct and visible, never passive. In learning science, you're a practitioner—you've created systems that work, produc
Skills
Director of Academic Excellence, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $400,000/year USD
Crossover · Dubai
You've shaped ambitious academic strategy and taken ownership of results. Your leadership approach is direct and visible, never passive. In learning science, you're a practitioner—you've created systems that work, produc
Skills
Director of Learning, 2 Hour Learning (Remote) - $200,000/year USD
Crossover · Dubai
This position is designed for the academic leader who prefers to construct systems rather than observe them from the sidelines. You possess sufficient mastery of your discipline to recognize high-caliber learning when yo
Skills
Corporate Director of Performance Marketing
Rotana Hotels · Abu Dhabi
Job Description We are currently seeking for passionate and dynamic marketing professional who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary customer experiences and provide creative, data-driven solutions t
Skills
Director of Facilities Management Department
University of Kalba · Sharjah
Supervise facility operations, ensure compliance with regulations, manage budgets, and lead teams for optimal service quality and sustainability initiatives.
Skills
Director of Revenue Management
Dorchester Collection · Dubai
Your future, our legacy --------------------------- ### Hotel The Lana ### Division & Department Sales & Marketing - Revenue ### Job Title Director of Revenue Management ### Contract Type Permanent ### Status Full time #
Skills
Director of Software Engineering - Executive Director
JPMorganChase ·
Job Description If you are a software engineering leader ready to take the reins and drive impact, we’ve got an opportunity just for you. As a Director of Software Engineering at JPMorganChase within the Payments Technol
Skills
2 days ago
Apply Now↗Apply Now ↗Director Of Food & Beverage
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts ·
Company Description Fairmont RAMLA RIYADH seeks passionate and adventurous individuals to join our incredible team in the heart of Riyadh. Our hotel offers a variety of job opportunities in over thirty departments, ensur
2 days ago
Apply Now↗Apply Now ↗2.2K+
Cover Letters & Follow-ups
1.8K+
Resumes Tailored
190.5K+
Jobs Tracked
Trusted by professionals at
Stop applying blindly.
Start getting hired.
Base Career automates the hardest parts of job searching — apply smarter, not harder.
AI Resume in 60s
Your resume rewritten for this exact role using the job description as the brief.
ATS-Optimized
Get past automated screening filters with the right keywords matched to each job.
Application Tracker
Track every job, follow-up, and interview in one visual kanban board.
Free plan · No credit card required