Restaurant Event Coordinator
Contribute to the success of the restaurant and the hotel by attracting and retaining restaurant event clients and working with staff to provide 100% guest satisfaction.
The Radisson Blu Mall of America features 500 design forward guest rooms, unique spaces and over 26,000 square feet of meeting space, and is the first hotel connected to the Mall of America.
FireLake Grill House and Cocktail Bar possesses a timeless atmosphere with a modern edge who is looking for an energetic and detail oriented restaurant event coordinator.
FireLake Grill House and Cocktail Bar features regional, local and sustainable foods kissed with the flavor of real burning wood, utilizing the grill, rotisserie and smoker. Impeccable hospitality and service. 175 seat restaurant, 125 seat lounge. Our lounge features local brews, selective wine list and modern cocktail program.
Hourly Wage : $23.00
Benefits when you make it your choice :
- Employee discounts on thousands of hotels
- Enjoy a complimentary meal in the associate cafeteria during your shift
- Free Parking
- Paid Sick Time (MN Earned Sick and Safe Time)
Hourly (Full Time) : 1st of the month following 30 days of service :
Full benefits package to our full-time employees, including health, dental, vision, short & long term disability, auto insurance, and so much more!Employer paid Accident insurance and HSA contribution401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Assistance Program90 Days :
Paid Vacation Time8 Paid HolidaysPaid Bereavement1 Year :
Paid Floating HolidaysKey Responsibilities :
Participates in the development of restaurant event sales and marketing strategiesDevelops and implements strategies for achieving individual restaurant catering sales goalsAchieves goals by developing and implementing sales strategiesContacts potential business in local market through appointments or cold callsContacts group business to determine catering needsContacts executives of organizations to explain services and facilities offered by the restaurant and to solicit their business.Clarifies customer requirements and suggestionsPrepares proposals for client which outline details of proposed functions; coordinates preparation of estimates with other food and beverage departmentsNegotiates sale of restaurant catering sales functionsDemonstrating a professional attitude in all interactions with guests, hotel staff, and vendors both in face to face discussions and over the telephoneConfers with department heads to discuss and formulate plans for soliciting business.Working closely with in-house vendors to satisfy guest needsCreates 100% guest satisfaction by providing the Radisson Blu experience through performance that demonstrates the standards of, genuine hospitality and exceeding guest expectationsGives personal attention, takes personal responsibility and uses teamwork when providing guest service and experienceListens, apologizes with empathy, finds a solution and follows through when resolving guest problemsProvides Yes I Can! genuine hospitality and teamwork on an ongoing basisAssumes the responsibility to notice when the guest is not satisfied and uses their best judgment as to when it is appropriate to use the 100% Guest SatisfactionPerforms other duties required to provide the service brand behavior and genuine hospitalityRequirements / Skills :
One to three years hotel sales or catering and / or upscale hotel and food and beverage experience preferred.Outstanding oral and written communication skillsHigh energy, positive personalityCold calling, networking and presentation skillsStrong organizational skills, can-do attitudeAbility to work in a fast paced environment and effectively meet all deadlinesResults orientated sales person who can work with limited supervisionProven record of successSolid computer skills working with Microsoft word excel, etc.A positive attitudeAdhere to the policies and procedures of the hotelPhysical Demands :
Sit for an extended period of timeNo heavy lifting expected, exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally may be requiredGood manual dexterity for the use of common office equipmentAbility to stand for long periods of timeOccasional lifting of up to 50 poundsOther Information : The hotel business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and be aware that at all times it may be necessary to move associates from their accustomed shift and alter assigned duties as business dictates. In addition, this is a hospitality business, and a hospitable service atmosphere must be maintained at all times. This position description is not intended to create, nor is it to be construed, as a contract of employment or a promise of employment. I understand that my employment is an "at-will" relationship and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without notice. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected class. Our locations are drug-free and pre-employment drug tests are required. Background checks are also required before employment begins. We participate in E-Verify and those who are ineligible to work in the United States will not be considered. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.