Sales & Catering Manager

Sales & Catering Manager Four Points By Sheraton Seattle Airport South - 3.9 Des Moines, WA Job Details Full-time $80,200 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Computer operation Computer literacy Productivity software Technical Proficiency Full Job Description Seeking a Sales and Catering Manager to join our TEAM! Perks Management Development Program, TEAM discounts and more!

About Us:

Our TEAM culture motivates and encourages each individual member to achieve "MORE" in daily life and prosper in their career with a company that values them. Our hope is that each day you will uncover new reasons to love what you do! T.E.A.M = Together Everyone Achieves More About the

Role:

Sales & Catering Manage r , you will work directly with clients planning events and meetings creating an enjoyable and memorable guest experience from start to finish ensuring a positive lasting impression. Serve as the primary liaison between the sales team and the staff while focusing on the client's expectations. Our ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the city market, a proven track record of growing revenue, profit and market share and a dynamic, analytical background.

TEAM Benefits:

Bonus Eligible 401k Health/Dental/Vision/Life/Voluntary Insurance Vacation/Well/Holiday Pay Team and Travel Discounts Career advancement opportunity Full-Time positions are benefits eligible including time off, travel discounts, medical and other insurance options are also available. Travel Discounts- With multiple brands and thousands of locations around the world, TEAM are eligible for special travel discounts and sometimes even F&B discounts! Get away to relax, visit family or see the World!

Responsibilities:

Present ideas, expectations and information in a concise, well-organized way. This position will be selling all markets Position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays to oversee the execution of events Able to follow assigned marketing plan action items in a timely fashion Ensures that all client correspondence is delivered according to departmental time and quality standards Able to produce a weekly sales call schedule which addresses timely follow up of all tentative business, maintenance of existing accounts, and development of new business, and priorities assigned by the Director of Sales Complete all departmental reports and systems on a timely basis Able to negotiate contracts that meet standards for rate or revenue Able to negotiate the best interests of the property while maintaining customer goodwill Familiar with legality of contractual agreements Understands operational capabilities of the property Manages group and interpersonal conflict situations effectively Establish, measure, monitor and evaluate processes policies and procedures Evaluates business trends to modify strategies

Requirements:

Prior experience or similar role is required, strong hotel background (2+ years), and one or more; catering/convention services, banquets, hotel sales, culinary arts is a must. Four-year college degree from an accredited institution desired Solid computer skills and knowledge of various discipline-focused computer programs, including strong proficiency in Microsoft Office. Excellent communication skills Strong organizational skills including follow up, time management, ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Salary $80,200 annually In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form (Form I-9) upon hire.