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SUMMARY This position has overall responsibility for the sales of all weddings and special events for optimum guest satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following: Solicits and books all weddings and special events. Attends Wedding Expo. Traces leads from Bridal engagements. Visits bridal shops, florists, tuxedo shops, jewelry stores, and churches for soliciting new business and leaves wedding packages with them. Books all group rooms for wedding guests. Solicits and books socials to include: wedding anniversaries, bar mitzvahs, birthdays, retirement parties, etc. Traces newspaper articles each day on any banquet lists. Meets with social group business for special consultations food tasting and tours at the guest's convenience. Greeting of bridal parties on the day of event. Coordinate menus and BEO's with facility and kitchen managers. Assists with all other tasks in all departments whenever needed. Staffs for special event planning and committee meetings. Secures and contracts meeting space and lodging. Adhering to the budget set forth by the Director of Sales. Adhering to banquet & conference planning schedule, policies, and guidelines. Represents the banquet & conference center on committees, at meetings, and in other arenas as necessary. Implementing all decisions made by management or ownership. Secures meeting space for board meetings and records meeting details and minutes. All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment is required. Must have keen attention to detail. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and associates at all levels in a courteous, caring and professional manner at all times. Ability to read and interpret documents such as BEO's and procedure manuals. May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

High school or GED equivalent required. BA in Hospitality Management or Business Administration preferred. 2+ years experience in event planning Solid experience in using event or catering software produces reports, etc.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler cards as required by local or state government agency

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$62,354.00 per year

Experience:

Event planning: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person