Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $49,400.00 - $77,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
employee hotel rates
career growth
Hybrid work policy
Job Description
Loews Coral Gables Hotel is a premier luxury hotel located in the vibrant city of Coral Gables, Florida. The hotel features 242 stylish guestrooms including 23 exquisitely designed suites, offering guests a comfortable and elegant stay. It boasts 30,000 square feet of versatile indoor and outdoor meeting space, making it an ideal venue for a variety of events and conferences. Guests can enjoy the expansive pool deck on the 9th floor, which provides a stunning view and a relaxing atmosphere. Dining options at the hotel highlight Miami-inspired cuisine across four distinctive outlets, blending local flavors with exceptional service. Situated just... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- minimum four years catering sales management experience in a full-service hotel environment
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
- strong organizational and planning skills
- proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- experience with Delphi and diagram writing software preferred
- ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
- entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to prospect and grow business
- commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
- team collaboration skills
Job Qualifications
- Minimum four years' catering sales management experience in a full-service hotel environment
- certified Meeting Planner, Certified Professional in Catering and Events, or similar designation preferred
- general knowledge of all hotel departments
- proven success in sales
- Delphi experience preferred
- diagram Writing Software experience, such as Social Tables, preferred
- proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
Job Duties
- Promptly reply to incoming leads
- actively prospect new Catering business seeking to make connections and generate revenue
- conduct site visits to support in converting business
- plan, coordinate and service all booked Catering events
- participate in developing and implementing Catering Sales strategy to retain and grow Catering business which may include special promotions to grow specific segments, sales blitzes, etc.
- work with Director of Meetings and Events to host, or participate, in local events to attract new business
- collaborate with Director of Meetings and Events and F&B Team to establish best in class Wedding Packages, Catering specialty menus, etc.
- research the competitive catering environment to define potential sources of Catering business and to determine strengths and weaknesses of competitors
- partner with Brand and PR Team to maintain and optimize 3rd party website presence
- block space effectively in Delphi to maximize potential revenues, following business review and space release policies on property
- distribute all necessary documents, including Banquet Event Orders and resumes, to all appropriate hotel departments to facilitate efficient operations
- accurately forecast group's anticipated revenue spend
- schedule and coordinate pre-convention and post-convention meetings when required
- discuss group's plans for future events, encouraging rebooking
- responsible for soliciting client's for feedback on Meeting Planner Survey
- partner with Financial Service Center to ensure all aspects of credit and billing process are fulfilled
- attend all meetings as appropriate: Staff, Department, Resume Review and BEO Meeting, etc.
- work on special projects as assigned by Director of Meetings and Events
- all other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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