Catering Sales Manager

Join Our Team as a Catering Sales Manager at Red Lion Hotel! This position pays $65,000 a year.

Position Overview:

Are you a dynamic and motivated sales professional with a passion for hospitality? We're looking for an enthusiastic Catering Sales Manager to join our team! You will play a pivotal role in marketing, advertising, and promoting our hotel's exceptional catering services. Your responsibilities will include soliciting business for events, providing outstanding catering and banquet services, and ensuring top-notch client servicing. Maximize our banquet and meeting spaces to exceed goals, and seamlessly communicate group sales requirements to our operations team, all while upholding the mission and values of the Red Lion Hotel.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning:

Collaborate with management to develop and update the hotel-level business plan, contributing to sales goals and strategies that align with our company's vision.

Client Relationship Building:

Foster and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to drive group and convention business, covering room sales, food and beverage sales, and catering/banquet services.

Sales and Marketing:

Create and implement tactical sales and marketing plans to support system-wide sales strategies and programs.

Promotion:

Market, advertise, and promote the hotel's catering capabilities to increase catering profits.

Event Coordination:

Efficiently complete Banquet Event Orders (B.E.O.s) for all meeting and catering functions.

Prospecting:

Seek out new clients by setting up appointments and performing inside and outside cold calls, meeting solicitation goals.

Networking:

Represent the hotel at networking functions such as luncheons, chamber events, and community/business receptions.

Timely Response:

Address all sales inquiries and voicemails by the next scheduled business day.

Policy Compliance:

Adhere to all department, hotel, and company policies and procedures.

Versatility:

Take on additional tasks as needed, showcasing your ability to adapt and excel.

Requirements:

Experience:

5 years of sales experience in hospitality preferred.

Industry Knowledge:

Strong background in sales and marketing, thorough understanding of the hospitality industry, excellent administrative and management skills.

Food & Beverage Expertise:

In-depth knowledge of food and beverage products, preparation, and presentation.

Event Coordination Skills:

Comprehensive understanding of meeting room capacities, banquet setups, audiovisual needs, and related details.

Flexibility:

Availability for some scheduled weekends and evenings, including participation in Manager-On-Duty coverage.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in a related field or a combination of higher education and relevant experience preferred. Why Join Us?

Competitive Compensation:

Enjoy a generous benefits and compensation package.

Professional Growth:

Be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your career development.

Inclusive Workplace:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal access to programs, services, and employment. We welcome applicants requiring reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process. Take the Next Step in Your Career! Join us at Red Lion Hotel and become a key player in delivering exceptional catering experiences. to be our next Catering Sales Manager and help us create unforgettable moments for our clients! Contact Us Today!

Additional Information:

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons. If you need reasonable accommodations for the application or interview process, please notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person