Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $45,000.00 - $50,000.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a reputable hotel located in Baton Rouge, LA, operating in the hospitality and lodging industry. As a full-service hotel, it offers a range of amenities and services to its guests, including event spaces suitable for banquets, meetings, seminars, and other catered events. The hotel is committed to providing exceptional customer service and ensuring memorable experiences for each guest. It employs experienced professionals to manage various functions and maintain the highest quality standards. Known for its prime location and excellent facilities, the hotel attracts a diverse clientele, from business travelers to social groups and corporate events. The... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or sales and marketing preferred
- Minimum 3 years banquet or meeting planner experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficient computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet applications
- Familiarity with brand-specific property management systems
- Excellent communication, presentation, organization, time management, and listening skills
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels of customers and hotel management
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or sales and marketing preferred
- Minimum 3 years banquet or meeting planner experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficient computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet applications
- Familiarity with brand-specific property management systems
- Excellent communication, presentation, organization, time management, and listening skills
- Ability to interact effectively with all levels of customers and hotel management
Job Duties
- Develop catering accounts including sold and former clients for assigned catering and room revenue goals
- Act as onsite contact for all assigned groups and collaborate with customers to produce banquet event orders and convention resumes
- Ensure all special arrangements for food and beverage, audio-visual, and other requests are accurately documented and authorized
- Distribute banquet event orders and resumes to appropriate departments timely and resolve any questions
- Maintain detailed files, notes, records, and trace systems to ensure events meet customer expectations
- Verify space requirements and meeting room setups with clients and ensure public spaces are properly maintained
- Confirm revisions in agendas and room blocks and notify corresponding departments in a timely manner
- Finalize event programs and agendas with clients and perform checks before event start times
- Review event sheets and coordinate with departments to ensure quality and satisfaction
- Maintain positive guest and employee relations through prompt and courteous communication
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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