Director of Catering & Events Sales

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.

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.