Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
Paid holidays
Job Description
This job opportunity is with a renowned hotel establishment that focuses on delivering exceptional hospitality services to its guests. The hotel maintains a welcoming environment, blending luxury with convenience to cater to both business and leisure travelers. With a strategic focus on expanding its market presence, the hotel stands as a pivotal player in the hospitality industry, renowned for high standards in guest service, premium amenities, and a strong commitment to client satisfaction. Through consistent innovation and quality service, the hotel has earned a trusted reputation in a competitive market, offering an inclusive array of event hosting capabilities, fine dining... Show More
Job Requirements
- college degree in hospitality or marketing preferred
- 3-5 years of experience in a similar position preferred
- experience in a similar position selling to the southeast market
- excellent verbal and written communication skills
- attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- maintain a professional business appearance, attitude, and performance
- must be able to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays
Job Qualifications
- college degree in hospitality or marketing preferred
- 3-5 years of experience in a similar position preferred
- experience in a similar position selling to the southeast market
- excellent verbal and written communication skills
- attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- maintain a professional business appearance, attitude, and performance
- ability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- plan and maintain regular communications with, and actively solicit additional business from, hotel key accounts
- communicate and/or meet with parties interested in the hotel's services and assess the parties' needs and whether the requested services would be a profitable or best use of the hotel's rooms and space consistent with client needs and budgets
- prepare guest proposals with various options available for hotel's services and products (rooms, events, f&b, convention or meeting space, pricing, dates, locations) that are consistent with the goal of high guest satisfaction and with other hotel bookings and profitability standards
- negotiate, prepare, and review terms of contracts for hotel services in compliance with hotel billing and rate guidelines and under supervision of director of sales
- meet or exceed targets for prospecting of sales opportunities, face to face meetings or entertainment with clients, and targets for revenue streams, as determined by hotel management
- execute and manage internal processes necessary to reserve and confirm the negotiated contract services, including blocking of guest rooms, meeting space, and catering requirements
- assist director of sales to stimulate productivity of all sales staff through guidance, development, and support
- assist the director of sales in developing and implementing the budgeting and forecasting process for the hotel
- promote high visibility of hotel through active involvement in industry associations and trade shows
- provide mentorship and professional development to lower level and less experienced sales employees
- support and promote all corporate programs to increase customer awareness of omni hotels and ensure that the customer receives the appropriate benefits of each program
- maintain high quality guest offerings, in coordination with convention services department, and contribute to the protection and cleanliness of the owner's physical assets
- maintain a record of prompt and regular attendance at assigned work location and for work assignments, as scheduled by hotel managers
- interact and communicate positively and professionally with guests, prospective guests, key accounts, coworkers, and visitors to the hotel
- use computer and electronic devices and related software properly and effectively to communicate, including email, and to prepare reports and analyses of sales activity
- plan, prioritize, and implement sales strategies and sales plans, to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, and to work in a fast-paced environment
- complete assigned tasks and projects in a timely manner and as directed by hotel management
- contribute to and support the maintenance of a safe working environment, including covid protections for guests and coworkers, and perform all work in compliance with hotel safety standards and all legal requirements
- comply with hotel and corporate policies and procedures and all applicable legal and regulatory requirements
- attend and contribute to regular meetings of sales team and hotel leadership, including daily meetings or interactions with director of sales regarding occupancy, business forecasts, and future availability of hotel rooms and services
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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