Catering & Event Sales Manager

Charlotte, VT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full-time

Description

The Le Meridien Sheraton Charlotte Hotel is currently seeking a dynamic and motivated individual for the position of Catering & Event Sales Manager at our StepStone Hospitality managed hotel. This candidate should demonstrate excellent organizational & communication skills; a strong proficiency in multi-tasking with hospitality sales experience essential.

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Solicitation of new and existing accounts to meet and exceed revenue goals through telephone/e-mail solicitation outside sales calls virtual/site inspections and written communication.

Responsible for booking Catering Only Business and Detailing all Banquet and Catering Events and execution. This includes detailing booked events and execution.

Ability to achieve catering booking goals.

Ability to work with the operation team to execute group meeting and event business.

Develop and execute strategic plans to maximize revenue. Meet sales goals through the development of new customers as well as nurturing existing client relationships.

Ability to quote rates and availability to customers from catering leads alongside revenue management for optimal pricing.

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all hotel departments but also work independently.

Works with client directly to form Banquet Event Orders allowing the group to accomplish their goals.

Ability to log all sales related activity in the Marriott Ci/Ty System

Ability to utilize onsite reservation system- Lightspeed experience preferred to manage group reservations.

Requirements

3-5 years hotel catering experience preferred.

Knowledge of CI/TY and Marriott systems to include Lightspeed
Proficient in Microsoft Word Office Internet Explorer/Google Chrome
Well organized and detail oriented
Ability to work independently
Display initiative perseverance and analytical skills
Effective communication
Professional and ethical
Displays enthusiasm
Excellent customer service skills
Team player and ability to get along with others
Ability to read write and speak English with excellent grammar and communication skills (written and verbal)

Required Experience:

Manager

Full-timeDescriptionThe Le Meridien Sheraton Charlotte Hotel is currently seeking a dynamic and motivated individual for the position of Catering & Event Sales Manager at our StepStone Hospitality managed hotel. This candidate should demonstrate excellent organizational & communication skills; a st...