Job Duties And Responsibilities
Job Duties And Responsibilities
- Sets example through professional, friendly attitude towards clients and associates, timely response to clients and associates and observance of sales office standards
- Coordinates conference rooms and coordinate services for groups and organizations holding meetings, conventions and other events at the hotel
- Organize banquet or catering services, reserve audio-visual equipment and plan any changes to the configuration of the event space
- Meet with representatives of groups and organizations to discuss what they have in mind for their meeting or special event
- Sign contractual agreements and usually keep records of all communications in writing
- Meet with the heads of other departments in the hotel to coordinate any planned events
- Monitor events and address unexpected problems as they arise to make sure that the functions go as planned
- Drive customer loyalty to grow share of the account by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience
- Conducts tours of the hotel and banquet facilities; entertains qualified potential clients in accordance with company and property policies and procedures
- Executes and supports the operational aspects of business booked (generating resumes, BEO's, and customer correspondence)
- Work with sales managers to ensure understanding of sales strategy and effective implementation of the strategies for each segment to help upsell and maintain client loyalty
- Perform any other job-related duties as assigned
Education And Experience
Minimum of High School education, post-high school education preferredMinimum of 3 years in progressive hotel sales with leadership responsibilitiesKnowledge, Skills And Abilities
Strong analytical skills relative to impact on hotel revenuesAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingStrong understanding of revenue management principlesAbility to use reservation and revenue management systems to develop pricing and sales recommendationsMust have flexible work hours that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays