Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $50,700.00 - $63,700.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health savings account
401(k) retirement plan
Paid vacation
paid sick days
Sonesta Hotel Discounts
educational assistance
Paid parental leave
Company paid life insurance
Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Various Employee Perks and Discounts
hospital indemnity
critical illness insurance
accident insurance
Job Description
Sonesta Hotels is a renowned global hospitality company known for its commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences across its diverse portfolio of hotels and resorts worldwide. Focusing on comfort, service excellence, and innovative hospitality solutions, Sonesta blends tradition and modernity to cater to business travelers, vacationers, and event planners. This commitment to quality, alongside its reputation for fostering a supportive work environment, has made Sonesta an employer of choice within the hospitality industry.
Located in Houston, the Sonesta Hotel represents the brand's dedication to offering top-tier services to its guests, including well-appointed accommodations, advanced meeting facilities, and excellent dining... Show More
Located in Houston, the Sonesta Hotel represents the brand's dedication to offering top-tier services to its guests, including well-appointed accommodations, advanced meeting facilities, and excellent dining... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate
- 1-3 years experience in hospitality and/or hospitality sales with proven track record of dealing with convention clients and/or booking and servicing business
- Strong background in selling and/or servicing groups needing rooms or rooms and catering
- Ability to maintain consistent verbal and written communication with clients
- Must be able to work effectively with Rooms Operations and Banquet Services
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Must have reliable transportation and possess a valid driver's license
- Bonus eligible
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate
- 1-3 years experience in hospitality and/or hospitality sales with proven track record of dealing with convention clients and/or booking and servicing business
- Strong background in selling and/or servicing groups needing rooms or rooms and catering
- Knowledge of Front Office, Meeting Rooms, AV and some knowledge of sales techniques is a plus
- Experience in dealing with all market segments
- Ability to maintain consistent verbal and written communication with clients
- Must be able to work effectively with Rooms Operations and Banquet Services
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
- Working knowledge of Delphi and BEOs ideal
- Must have reliable transportation and possess a valid driver's license
- Bonus eligible
- College degree preferred
- Knowledge in a second language preferred
- Certification in CPR and First Aid preferred
- Previous guest relations training and experience preferred
Job Duties
- Respond to leads and solicit past business
- Develop proposals, contracts and BEOs
- Handle site inspections for prospective clients
- Be available on site for client arrivals, meetings and events
- Aggressively pursue new accounts on a weekly basis
- Actively participate in industry-related organizations
- Collaborate with Sales, Catering, AV, Banquets, Front Office, and Food & Beverage departments to manage client event needs
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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