Arlo Hotels
The Williamsburg Hotel is a lifestyle boutique hotel located in the middle of the action and on the stoop of local hotspots, from entertainment to culture. We are looking for an Event Sales Manager to oversee private events and sales.
Job Responsibilities
Contract, detail and liaise on all aspects of an event in all private spaces
Handle event inquiries within a timely manner-social, corporate, non-profit, etc.
Proactively prospect and network with meeting planners for new corporate and social events on property
Conduct site inspections and outside sales calls goals on a weekly basis
Understand menu pricing, room layouts, and AV requirements for all types of meetings and events
Create SMART sales action plans on finding and seeking new business
Create floorplans through Allseated
Administrate contracts, banquet event orders, for all catering/special events
Track and receive all deposits for upcoming events
Attend necessary trade shows in the event planning industry
Assist with promoting, selling, and managing private event rentals
Generate and execute processes for event booking
Maintain brand identity throughout programming and coordination
General Duties
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver an appropriate level of detail based on audience in a timely manner
Confidence in managing clients efficiently, understanding their needs and actively qualifying every lead
To have excellent professional demeanor in working with prospective and current clients
Oversee the sales and operations of private meetings and events
Generate reports and evaluate sales with
Assist in creating and maintaining operational standards
Work with Marketing on initiatives to generate leads
Manage relationships with preferred event vendors
Conduct data analysis to identify trends and propose revenue-generating initiatives
Establish and foster new relationships that drive desks sales and increase brand awareness for the property
Attend any meetings or training sessions or courses as required
Assist fellow employees to perform similar or related jobs as and when necessary
Continuously seek out opportunities to learn and improve the knowledge of the job
Undertake any reasonable request made by a member of management
Achieve set Key Performance Objectives and Indicators and complete all other duties, tasks and projects as required
Ensure booking processes and actions are followed in-line with company standards
Requirements
Minimum 3-4 years of working experience in events, preferably in Hotel event sales and management
Prior experience managing a team of full-time employees
Computer skills- Word and basic Excel. Delphi & Allseated preferred. Training for Delphi and Allseated will be available
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
Hospitable demeanor
Self-starter, fast learner, and entrepreneurial passion
Understanding of Williamsburg or NYC market a must
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral programVision insurance
Supplemental pay types: Commission Pay
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Job Responsibilities
Contract, detail and liaise on all aspects of an event in all private spaces
Handle event inquiries within a timely manner-social, corporate, non-profit, etc.
Proactively prospect and network with meeting planners for new corporate and social events on property
Conduct site inspections and outside sales calls goals on a weekly basis
Understand menu pricing, room layouts, and AV requirements for all types of meetings and events
Create SMART sales action plans on finding and seeking new business
Create floorplans through Allseated
Administrate contracts, banquet event orders, for all catering/special events
Track and receive all deposits for upcoming events
Attend necessary trade shows in the event planning industry
Assist with promoting, selling, and managing private event rentals
Generate and execute processes for event booking
Maintain brand identity throughout programming and coordination
General Duties
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver an appropriate level of detail based on audience in a timely manner
Confidence in managing clients efficiently, understanding their needs and actively qualifying every lead
To have excellent professional demeanor in working with prospective and current clients
Oversee the sales and operations of private meetings and events
Generate reports and evaluate sales with
Assist in creating and maintaining operational standards
Work with Marketing on initiatives to generate leads
Manage relationships with preferred event vendors
Conduct data analysis to identify trends and propose revenue-generating initiatives
Establish and foster new relationships that drive desks sales and increase brand awareness for the property
Attend any meetings or training sessions or courses as required
Assist fellow employees to perform similar or related jobs as and when necessary
Continuously seek out opportunities to learn and improve the knowledge of the job
Undertake any reasonable request made by a member of management
Achieve set Key Performance Objectives and Indicators and complete all other duties, tasks and projects as required
Ensure booking processes and actions are followed in-line with company standards
Requirements
Minimum 3-4 years of working experience in events, preferably in Hotel event sales and management
Prior experience managing a team of full-time employees
Computer skills- Word and basic Excel. Delphi & Allseated preferred. Training for Delphi and Allseated will be available
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
Hospitable demeanor
Self-starter, fast learner, and entrepreneurial passion
Understanding of Williamsburg or NYC market a must
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral programVision insurance
Supplemental pay types: Commission Pay
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