Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,500.00 - $81,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Salary
cellphone allowance
Incentive Eligible
complimentary parking
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability insurance
401k
HSA/FSA plans
Referral Bonus
Discounted lodging
Discounted dining
Discounted spa
Discounted golf
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The Lodge at St. Edward Park is a distinguished hotel located in one of Washington's most-visited state parks. Surrounded by beautiful natural scenery including the waters of Lake Washington, lush greenery, and an extensive network of walking trails, this hotel provides guests with an exceptional retreat from the everyday. The hotel itself is housed in a historic seminary that opened in May 2021, blending classic architectural charm with modern conveniences. It features 84 thoughtfully designed guestrooms and suites that combine the original character of the building with contemporary aesthetics and comforts. The property offers a range of amenities such as... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 1-3 years of hospitality sales experience
- Knowledge and expertise in sales and/or event management
- Strong sales and negotiation skills
- Attention to detail in business correspondence
- Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions
- Strong personal skills including time management, information analysis, problem-solving, planning and organizing, decision making, and delivery of results
- Mathematical proficiency in operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of hospitality sales platforms is a plus
- Ability to travel including air or car, overnight hotel stays, and client entertainment
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 1-3 years of hospitality sales experience
- Strong sales and negotiation skills in sales or event management
- Attention to detail with effective business communication abilities
- Creative thinking and innovative problem-solving skills
- Strong personal skills including time management, planning, decision making, and delivery of results
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote, and Excel
- Knowledge of hospitality sales platforms preferred
- Ability to conduct client research and stay current on industry trends
- Ability to travel including overnight stays and client entertainment
Job Duties
- Meet and exceed sales goals of assigned market segments through proactive sales efforts
- Develop and implement sales plans and strategies to achieve revenue goals
- Manage key client relationships and identify new target markets
- Maintain accurate and timely sales records and client contact information
- Report weekly achievements against sales goals and adjust strategies accordingly
- Solicit and secure new business through outside sales calls
- Participate in trade shows, promotional events, and conduct site inspections
- Respond to inbound requests for proposals within 24 hours
- Negotiate client contracts and utilize closing tactics
- Differentiate offerings from competitors and add value to customer proposals
- Implement sales plans to maximize market share based on demand segments
- Obtain and coordinate event planning details including meeting setups and AV requirements
- Act as liaison between operations and clients
- Monitor client satisfaction throughout event planning and execution
- Prepare event orders, diagrams, and related documents for distribution
- Conduct interdepartmental meetings to review event details
- Manage accounts and follow up for repeat business
- Achieve assigned goals and objectives
- Maximize efficiencies in time management and productivity
- Forecast revenue for assigned groups
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships within departments and with clients
- Ensure compliance with accounting and billing standards
- Confirm accurate revenue posting and client billing
- Attend required meetings and adhere to company policies
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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