Logo
Aimbridge Hospitality

Hotel Paseo Autograph Collection - Catering Sales Manager OEM

Aimbridge Hospitality, Palm Desert, California, us, 92261

Save Job

Join to apply for the

Hotel Paseo Autograph Collection - Catering Sales Manager OEM

role at

Aimbridge Hospitality

Aimbridge Hospitality provided pay range This range is provided by Aimbridge Hospitality. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range $60,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required; previous Catering Sales experience preferred.

Demonstrate creativity and knowledge of food and beverage desired.

Must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state.

Must possess developed verbal and written communication skills to frequently negotiate, convince, sell and influence other managerial personnel, hotel guest(s) and/or corporate clients.

Experience with professional selling skills desired: opening, probing, supporting, closing.

Must be proficient in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products.

Must be able to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks; strong organization and presentation skills.

Job Responsibilities

Effectively attain assigned sales and revenue goals, as well as solicitation call goals.

Proactively conduct solicitation calls, conduct sales tours, and entertain clients specific to Social, Corporate, Business, or SMERF, as applicable by property.

Grow existing relationships with assigned accounts specific to Leisure, SMERF, Business Travel (BT), and/or Groups, as applicable by property.

Monitor and evaluate trends within your market segment.

Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.

Adhere to Aimbridge Hospitality’s established regulations, company standards, catering/meeting standards and related catering sales metrics.

Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel and applicable departments.

Ensure that the Daily Event List, Banquet Event Order/Guarantee Sheet and Ten Day Event Schedule are generated on a timely basis and ensure accuracy.

Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations, as applicable.

May assist in implementing and/or participating in special promotions relating to direct sales segments i.e. sales blitzes, etc.

Attend daily/weekly/monthly meetings and any other functions required by management.

Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Director of Sales.

Access back-of-house areas of the hotel and sensitive information.

Interact and occasionally have unsupervised contact with guests and/or colleagues.

Access and control to sensitive areas in the hotel premises, Master Keys and/or guestrooms, Storage/Liquor Room, and secured file cabinets.

Drive safely on behalf of the company for business reasons.

Maintain a high level of trust and responsibility.

Represent the company with a certain level of reputation and good character as well as exercise sound judgement.

Benefits

Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income.

Term Life and AD&D Insurance.

Paid Time Off.

Employee Assistance Program.

401k Retirement Plan.

Property Information Marriott Autograph Collection – the first new luxury hotel in Palm Desert in over 30 years. This boutique property is steps from upscale shopping, art galleries, restaurants, and nightlife on El Paseo. Experience one of Palm Desert's newest and most unique hotels. HOTEL PASEO’s central location is ideal for exploring Palm Springs and the beautiful Coachella Valley.

About Evolution Hospitality – as the dedicated lifestyle vertical at Aimbridge, Evolution Hospitality creates distinct lifestyle experiences and drives performance throughout our curated collection of independent, luxury, boutique, lifestyle, and soft brand hotels, as well as restaurants, bars, and lounges throughout North America. Our focus on equal parts culture and results determines who makes the cut to be a part of this talented group, both at the corporate office and in the field. Honesty and humility are just as important as intellect and ability, and each member of the team embraces the challenge of becoming a better human being, both personally and professionally, as part of the package.

#J-18808-Ljbffr