Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $70,000.00 - $80,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Daily Pay
Medical
Dental
Vision
short-term disability
long-term disability
term life insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
401k Retirement Plan
Job Description
Element Palmdale is a modern select service hotel that emphasizes comfort, convenience, and a nature-inspired design to create a welcoming atmosphere for its guests. Situated in a prime location with easy access to key attractions such as Edwards Airforce Base, Antelope Valley Mall, Antelope Valley Fairgrounds, and major local employers like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, NASA, Northrop Grumman, and Plant 42, Element Palmdale caters to both business travelers and leisure visitors. The hotel features signature Heavenly bedding, flat-panel TVs, fully-equipped kitchens, complimentary Wi-Fi, a heated outdoor pool, fitness center, free bike rentals, patio with BBQ areas, and an evening reception offering... Show More
Job Requirements
- At least 2 years of progressive hotel sales experience preferred
- Or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related experience
- Or a 2-year college degree and at least 2 years of related experience
- Must have a valid driver's license in the applicable state
- Possess highly developed verbal and written communication skills
- Must have thorough experience with professional selling skills including opening, probing, supporting, and closing
- Show strong analytical skills and strategic vision
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products
- Able to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong organization and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to interact and manage diverse personnel
- Requires advanced knowledge of sales, marketing and hospitality principles
- Ability to work well in stressful, high pressure situations
- Must be able to understand financial information and basic arithmetic
Job Qualifications
- At least 2 years of progressive hotel sales experience preferred
- Or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related experience
- Or a 2-year college degree and at least 2 years of related experience
- Must have a valid driver's license in the applicable state
- Possess highly developed verbal and written communication skills
- Must have thorough experience with professional selling skills including opening, probing, supporting, and closing
- Show strong analytical skills and strategic vision
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products
- Able to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong organization and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to interact and manage diverse personnel
- Requires advanced knowledge of sales, marketing and hospitality principles
- Ability to work well in stressful, high pressure situations
- Must be able to understand financial information and basic arithmetic
Job Duties
- Coordinate all group, transient, and catering sales solicitations and bookings to maximize overall revenue
- Develop, recommend, implement and manage the division's annual budget and the advertising, public relations, marketing and sales plans and programs for the hotel
- Proactively conduct outside sales calls, conduct sales tours and entertain clients
- Understand the content reflected in contracts and how to negotiate terms therein
- Develop and maintain market awareness to predict revenue opportunities and set proactive strategies
- Monitor production of all top accounts and evaluate trends within your market
- Adhere to Aimbridge Hospitality's established regulations, company standards, sales standards and sales metrics
- Comply with attainment of individual goals, as well as team goals and budgeted metrics
- Train all hotel staff on how to recognize and capitalize on sales opportunities
- Develop a full working knowledge of hotel operations and policies including Sales, Food and Beverage, Front Office and Reservations
- Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations
- Attend and/or conduct daily, weekly or monthly meetings and training
- Maintain professional relationships and promote open communication with marketing partners and internal departments
- Travel on a weekly basis as required
- Act as directed on behalf of the General Manager in his/her absence
- Perform other management duties as requested
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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