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Aimbridge Hospitality

Hotel Deco - Catering & Convention Services Manager OEM

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Daily Pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
term life insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee assistance program
401k Retirement Plan

Job Description

Aimbridge Hospitality is a leading third-party hotel management company recognized for its commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Operating a diverse portfolio of properties across various markets, Aimbridge Hospitality specializes in managing hotel operations to maximize revenue, enhance customer satisfaction, and uphold high industry standards. The firm is distinguished by its focus on empowering employees to develop professionally while fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment. Through strategic leadership and a robust network of partners, Aimbridge Hospitality continues to lead the hospitality industry toward growth and success.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous convention/event and catering sales experience preferred
  • Demonstrate creativity and knowledge of food and beverage/events desired
  • Valid driver’s license for the applicable state
  • Developed verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience with professional selling skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
  • Strong organization and presentation skills

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous convention/event and catering sales experience preferred
  • Demonstrate creativity and knowledge of food and beverage/events desired
  • Valid driver’s license for the applicable state
  • Developed verbal and written communication skills to frequently negotiate, convince, sell and influence other managerial personnel, hotel guests and/or corporate clients
  • Experience with professional selling skills desired: opening, probing, supporting, closing
  • Proficient in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks
  • Strong organization and presentation skills

Job Duties

  • Effectively attain assigned meeting planner satisfaction scores, revenue goals, as well as food and beverage sales goals
  • Proactively conduct solicitation calls, conduct tours, and entertain clients specific to needs respective to the assigned property
  • Monitor and evaluate trends within your market segment
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner
  • Adhere to Aimbridge Hospitality’s established regulations, company standards, catering/meeting standards and related catering sales metrics
  • Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel and applicable departments
  • Demonstrate ability to deliver banquet event orders on a timely basis (10 days) and ensure accuracy
  • Ensure changes are communicated timely to impacted departments/operations leaders
  • Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations, as applicable
  • Assist in implementing and/or participating in special promotions relating to direct sales segments i.e. sales blitzes
  • Attend daily/weekly/monthly meetings and any other functions required by management
  • Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Director of Sales

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location