Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $53,600.00 - $72,100.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Paid training
Paid Time Off
Employee Referral Program
discounts
Job Description
Kinseth Hotel Corporation is a reputable hospitality company known for its quality hotels and restaurants, dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences. With a commitment to excellence, Kinseth Hotel Corporation offers a variety of services including lodging, banquet facilities, and fine dining options, catering to both leisure and business travelers. The company is widely recognized for its outstanding customer service, well-maintained properties, and a team-oriented work environment that fosters growth and development. Established with a focus on community involvement and sustainability, Kinseth Hotel Corporation has built a strong presence in the hospitality industry with numerous locations that blend comfort and elegance.
The role of Sales Professional at Kinseth Hotel Corporation entails professionally promoting and selling the diverse products and services offered by the hotel, banquet, and restaurant facilities. The primary focus of this position is to drive guest room sales, especially during low and shoulder seasons, helping to maximize occupancy and revenue. This position involves direct interaction with prospective and current clients through various communication channels such as in-person visits, telephone, mail, and email. Candidates will be responsible for generating new business accounts and maintaining strong relationships with existing customers to foster repeat business and loyalty.
In this role, the successful candidate will prepare proposals and confirmations for group bookings, conduct property tours for potential clients, and coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless event planning and execution. Maintaining accurate records using account tracking systems and adhering to company policies related to credit and deposits are integral parts of the job. The sales professional will also engage in market research and competitive analysis, participate actively in professional and community organizations, and contribute to the development of sales and marketing strategies aimed at boosting occupancy rates.
Teamwork, professionalism, and a proactive sales approach are essential for success in this role. The position requires participation in the Manager on Duty program and provides occasional supervisory responsibilities over banquet and catering staff, as well as acting as the sales team leader in the absence of the Director of Sales. The job demands good physical stamina as it involves regular standing, walking, and occasional lifting.
Kinseth Hotel Corporation offers a supportive work environment with benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, 401k plans, paid training, paid time off, DailyPay, employee referral programs, and discounts across their hotels and restaurants. This job presents an excellent opportunity for motivated sales professionals who are passionate about the hospitality industry and seek to grow their career with a well-established and respected company.
The role of Sales Professional at Kinseth Hotel Corporation entails professionally promoting and selling the diverse products and services offered by the hotel, banquet, and restaurant facilities. The primary focus of this position is to drive guest room sales, especially during low and shoulder seasons, helping to maximize occupancy and revenue. This position involves direct interaction with prospective and current clients through various communication channels such as in-person visits, telephone, mail, and email. Candidates will be responsible for generating new business accounts and maintaining strong relationships with existing customers to foster repeat business and loyalty.
In this role, the successful candidate will prepare proposals and confirmations for group bookings, conduct property tours for potential clients, and coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless event planning and execution. Maintaining accurate records using account tracking systems and adhering to company policies related to credit and deposits are integral parts of the job. The sales professional will also engage in market research and competitive analysis, participate actively in professional and community organizations, and contribute to the development of sales and marketing strategies aimed at boosting occupancy rates.
Teamwork, professionalism, and a proactive sales approach are essential for success in this role. The position requires participation in the Manager on Duty program and provides occasional supervisory responsibilities over banquet and catering staff, as well as acting as the sales team leader in the absence of the Director of Sales. The job demands good physical stamina as it involves regular standing, walking, and occasional lifting.
Kinseth Hotel Corporation offers a supportive work environment with benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, 401k plans, paid training, paid time off, DailyPay, employee referral programs, and discounts across their hotels and restaurants. This job presents an excellent opportunity for motivated sales professionals who are passionate about the hospitality industry and seek to grow their career with a well-established and respected company.
Job Requirements
- Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school
- One to two years related experience and/or training
- Equivalent combination of education and experience
- Valid driver's license
- Proof of insurability
Job Qualifications
- Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school
- One to two years related experience and/or training
- Equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must have valid driver's license and proof of insurability
Job Duties
- Makes solicitation and service calls in person, through mail/email, and by telephone on assigned accounts to promote and sell hotel and restaurant facility space and services
- Makes solicitation calls to potential new accounts and perform outside sales calls the majority of the work week (over 50%)
- Responds to inquiries from customers, prospects, other hotels and the corporate office
- Prepare proposals and confirmations for group bookings and conducts tours of the property with prospective customers
- Informs other departments of upcoming events and works with them to ensure proper planning throughout the property
- Maintains and uses the accounts tracing system/database and customer account files to generate future business
- Follows company credit and deposit policies when booking business
- Prepares sales reports and records sales calls and activities as required
- Monitors guest satisfaction through follow-up surveys, thank you cards and calls
- Participates in industry and civic organizations to promote business opportunities
- Tracks activities of the competition and the market and the hotel's position in the market
- Participates in sales department meetings and weekly management meetings
- Plans and participates in sales blitzes and outside after hours functions including chamber outings
- Participates in the development and implementation of marketing plans and action plans, gives input to the development of special promotions or packages, and develops ideas to build occupancy
- Meets and/or exceeds individual quantitative revenue and production goals set forth by the General Manager and Director of Sales
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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