Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $25.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
flexible scheduling
Job Description
Leal Hospitality Group is a distinguished collection of carefully curated properties inspired by the natural beauty of the Central Coast region of California. Based in Morgan Hill and Hollister, the group boasts a diverse portfolio that includes urban and rural assets such as restaurants, wineries, event venues, and both full-service and select-service boutique hotels. This unique blend allows Leal Hospitality Group to provide unparalleled experiences tailored to a wide array of occasions, from intimate dinners to large-scale weddings and corporate events. Their focus on delivering exceptional service and creating memorable moments ensures guests are encouraged to sip, savor, and celebrate... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proven experience in event coordination or hospitality sales
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Proficiency with sales and catering management systems
- Basic graphic design and social media skills
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to handle physical aspects of event setup and teardown
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Job Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher in hospitality, marketing, or related field preferred
- Previous experience in hospitality sales, event planning, or marketing
- Knowledge of local event market and vendor relationships
- Strong customer service and sales negotiation skills
- Proficiency with graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite preferred
- Experience managing social media accounts and marketing campaigns
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Familiarity with safety and sanitation standards in hospitality industry
Job Duties
- Effectively contract events including weddings, rehearsal dinners, social events, school events, corporate events, holiday parties, fundraisers, bridal showers, baby showers, and birthdays
- Actively solicit business including prospecting, cold calling, and sales calls
- Conduct property tours for prospective clients and generate contracts and invoices
- Maintain effective, organized, and timely follow-up on leads, proposals, and contracts
- Develop and implement sales strategies, plans, and projects to increase revenue
- Maintain complete and accurate records of accounts, bookings, client requests, and specifications
- Oversee planning and coordination of booked business and distribute client BEOs
- Attend local and regional wedding and event shows to generate potential sales
- Work closely with all relevant departments in event planning and provide specific details on precontracting, estimates, ceremony, reception, and vendors
- Expand and develop sales platforms
- Create, design, and develop engaging graphic designs for print and electronic collateral, menus, website, and social media content in alignment with brand
- Take photos and videos for marketing content
- Assist with development and implementation of marketing plans and projects
- Help update and maintain company social media pages
- Assist with maintaining and improving brand identity and communication assets
- Monitor, review, and report on all marketing and sales activities and results
- Maintain high standards for safety and cleanliness in all property areas
- Communicate guest needs, problems, and concerns to Director of Hospitality
- Complete assigned projects on time with clear communication
- Oversee client communication to appropriate departments during event execution
- Manage event production details including timelines, BEOs, and layouts
- Manage each event from initial sale through completion
- Ensure banquet teams are trained and event runs smoothly
- Coordinate with Luxe Design, photographer, videographer, DJ, officiant, entertainment acts, and vendors to review details
- Work with clients to meet all requests and ensure memorable experiences
- Coordinate and attend culinary tastings, walkthroughs, and rehearsals
- Ensure banquet staff are adequately prepared and assign tasks
- Assist with event setup and teardown
- Coordinate event rehearsals including usher instruction and wedding party processional and recessional
- Ensure safety and cleanliness standards
- Deliver dining experience services during events
- Perform other duties as assigned by management
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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