Event Planning Manager
Renaissance Savory Hotel
Des Moines, IA, United States
Full-time
We are seeking an experienced F&B Manager to join our team at the Renaissance Savory Hotel. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual with a passion for excellence and a proven track record of success in the hospitality industry.
- Comprehensive knowledge of market position, banquet and food and beverage revenues, pricing and rate structures, sales strategies, yield management, booking trends, and future hotel planning.
- Work closely with clients to develop all details of all banquet functions.
- Be fully knowledgeable of competitive markets outside the area.
- Be fully knowledgeable of the capabilities and limitations of the hotel and departments that may impact sales strategies
- Follow Sales policies and procedures as developed in the annual Marketing plan
- Make personal sales calls
- Conduct site tours for potential clients
- Maintain professionalism in problem situations.
- Maintain detailed records of discussions with guest, including all meeting setups, food and beverage, etc.
- Upsell to improve revenue generation on property.
- Attend trade shows, industry and local events that create opportunities for networking
- Achieve budgeted revenues and expenses and maximize profitability related to the sales department.
- Maintain correct procedures for credit control, financial transactions, and security of financial assets.
- Respond and resolve guest requests, complaints, or questions in a courteous and timely manner.
Ability to accurately use various office and sales software.
Requirements
- Must have a comprehensive knowledge of all hotel departments and functions.
- Must have a comprehensive knowledge of applicable Federal, state, and local health, safety, and legal regulations.
- Must 2 years of management experience in hotel event planning
- Ability to timely obtain any required licenses or certificates, as needed
- Occasional travel required.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
19 days ago