Choice Hotels
Choice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. A challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice® has more than 7,400 hotels, representing over 625,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that run the gamut from full‑service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice® to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award‑winning Choice Privileges® loyalty program and co‑brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com.
The ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.
Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.
Comfortable. Convenient. Unmistakably Radisson.
Join a team that’s all about great service, genuine hospitality, and everyday opportunities to shine.
At Radisson Hotel Nashville Airport, we keep things welcoming, supportive, and teamwork‑driven. Just minutes from the airport and close to all things Music City, it’s a great place to build your skills and grow your career.
If you’re friendly, dependable, and excited to make a difference for our guests, we’d love to have you on our team.
Your next career step starts here.
Benefits When You Make It Your Choice
Employee discounts on thousands of hotels
Full benefits package to our full‑time employees, including health, dental, vision, short & long term disability, auto insurance, and so much more!
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation Time
8 Paid Holidays
Paid Bereavement
Paid Floating Holidays
Key Responsibilities
Achieves market share and revenue goals by working with the Director of Sales (Marketing)/Director of Catering (Convention Services) on individual and team goals within assigned market segments
Prepares proposals and contracts that are geared to maximize profit while satisfying client needs
Responds to Request For Proposals (RFPs) as they relate to customer inquiries in alignment with brand standards
Communicates booked and assigned clients' requests to all departments in an effective and timely manner via group resume(s) and details Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)
Solicits files on a timely basis to confirm business
Uses outside sales calls, prospecting, hotels tours and hosting of clients to solicit new business
Delivers and sells hotel’s features and benefits to meet clients' needs
Contacts in‑house customers to retain and grow existing business, repeat bookings or referrals to other Radisson Hotels
Reviews individual goals on a weekly basis; recommends and takes appropriate actions to achieve objectives in key result areas
Ability to pivot in both markets and team role pending changing economic and team dynamics
Ensures maximum occupancy, daily, by performing follow‑ups on progress of groups booked with events services team and meeting planners
Ensure all materials used are in accordance with brand standards
Potential travel to trade shows and customer events, representing RHGA and your hotel within company expectations
Participates in the development and implementation of business strategies for the hotel which are aligned with Radisson’s overall mission, vision values and strategies
Develops and implements strategies for achieving individual sales goals
Maintains proper flow of information to sales team, reviews sales work file of assigned accounts
Assists with the completion of monthly booking report(s)
Prepares reports and forecasts as necessary to improve management decision making and critical evaluation of work activities
Creates 100% guest satisfaction by providing the Radisson experience through performance that demonstrates the standards of, genuine hospitality and exceeding guest expectations
Gives personal attention, takes personal responsibility, and uses teamwork when providing guest service
Listens, apologizes with empathy, finds a solution, and follows through when resolving guest problems
Provides Yes I Can! genuine hospitality and teamwork on an ongoing basis
Assumes the responsibility to notice when the guest is not satisfied and uses their best judgment as to when it is appropriate to use the 100% Guest Satisfaction
Performs other duties as required by Management to provide 100% Guest Satisfaction and genuine hospitality to our Guest
Responsibility #1 (70%)
Sales initiatives, managing RFPs, detailing BEOs. generating new leads, and providing clear, strong and creative negotiation and accommodation for current and potential client catering services requests.
Responsibility #2 (20%)
Conduct market research and analysis to align with industry trends and opportunities for soliciting business and maintaining client loyalty for future bookings. Following up with new leads to achieve objectives.
Responsibility #3 (10%)
Attend networking events, participate in community involvement opportunities, and serve as a strong presence for hotel service and brand advocacy.
Requirements/Skills
High school diploma required, associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum one - three years hotel catering or convention experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong negotiation skillsStrong mathematical skills
General knowledge of contract laws
Local market knowledge preferred
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite®, Delphi and/or Opera
Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) desirable
Able to collaborate effectively with other hotel employees and managers to ensure teamwork
Physical Demands
Required to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of times
Lift, carry, or otherwise move and use of force or exertion up to 75 lbs.
Use of manual dexterity of common office equipment; such as but not limited to, computers, printers, phones ect.
Other Information The hotel business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and be aware that at all times it may be necessary to move associates from their accustomed shift and alter assigned duties as business dictates. In addition, this is a hospitality business, and a hospitable service atmosphere must be maintained at all times.
This position description is not intended to create, nor is it to be construed, as a contract of employment or a promise of employment. I understand that my employment is an “at‑will” relationship and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without notice.
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, this offer of employment is conditional upon your presenting documents verifying your identity and legal authorization to work in the United States. All offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a background check and E-Verify.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected class. Our locations are drug‑free and pre‑employment drug tests are required. Background checks are also required before employment begins. We participate in E‑Verify and those who are ineligible to work in the United States will not be considered.
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The ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.
Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.
Comfortable. Convenient. Unmistakably Radisson.
Join a team that’s all about great service, genuine hospitality, and everyday opportunities to shine.
At Radisson Hotel Nashville Airport, we keep things welcoming, supportive, and teamwork‑driven. Just minutes from the airport and close to all things Music City, it’s a great place to build your skills and grow your career.
If you’re friendly, dependable, and excited to make a difference for our guests, we’d love to have you on our team.
Your next career step starts here.
Benefits When You Make It Your Choice
Employee discounts on thousands of hotels
Full benefits package to our full‑time employees, including health, dental, vision, short & long term disability, auto insurance, and so much more!
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation Time
8 Paid Holidays
Paid Bereavement
Paid Floating Holidays
Key Responsibilities
Achieves market share and revenue goals by working with the Director of Sales (Marketing)/Director of Catering (Convention Services) on individual and team goals within assigned market segments
Prepares proposals and contracts that are geared to maximize profit while satisfying client needs
Responds to Request For Proposals (RFPs) as they relate to customer inquiries in alignment with brand standards
Communicates booked and assigned clients' requests to all departments in an effective and timely manner via group resume(s) and details Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)
Solicits files on a timely basis to confirm business
Uses outside sales calls, prospecting, hotels tours and hosting of clients to solicit new business
Delivers and sells hotel’s features and benefits to meet clients' needs
Contacts in‑house customers to retain and grow existing business, repeat bookings or referrals to other Radisson Hotels
Reviews individual goals on a weekly basis; recommends and takes appropriate actions to achieve objectives in key result areas
Ability to pivot in both markets and team role pending changing economic and team dynamics
Ensures maximum occupancy, daily, by performing follow‑ups on progress of groups booked with events services team and meeting planners
Ensure all materials used are in accordance with brand standards
Potential travel to trade shows and customer events, representing RHGA and your hotel within company expectations
Participates in the development and implementation of business strategies for the hotel which are aligned with Radisson’s overall mission, vision values and strategies
Develops and implements strategies for achieving individual sales goals
Maintains proper flow of information to sales team, reviews sales work file of assigned accounts
Assists with the completion of monthly booking report(s)
Prepares reports and forecasts as necessary to improve management decision making and critical evaluation of work activities
Creates 100% guest satisfaction by providing the Radisson experience through performance that demonstrates the standards of, genuine hospitality and exceeding guest expectations
Gives personal attention, takes personal responsibility, and uses teamwork when providing guest service
Listens, apologizes with empathy, finds a solution, and follows through when resolving guest problems
Provides Yes I Can! genuine hospitality and teamwork on an ongoing basis
Assumes the responsibility to notice when the guest is not satisfied and uses their best judgment as to when it is appropriate to use the 100% Guest Satisfaction
Performs other duties as required by Management to provide 100% Guest Satisfaction and genuine hospitality to our Guest
Responsibility #1 (70%)
Sales initiatives, managing RFPs, detailing BEOs. generating new leads, and providing clear, strong and creative negotiation and accommodation for current and potential client catering services requests.
Responsibility #2 (20%)
Conduct market research and analysis to align with industry trends and opportunities for soliciting business and maintaining client loyalty for future bookings. Following up with new leads to achieve objectives.
Responsibility #3 (10%)
Attend networking events, participate in community involvement opportunities, and serve as a strong presence for hotel service and brand advocacy.
Requirements/Skills
High school diploma required, associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum one - three years hotel catering or convention experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong negotiation skillsStrong mathematical skills
General knowledge of contract laws
Local market knowledge preferred
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite®, Delphi and/or Opera
Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) desirable
Able to collaborate effectively with other hotel employees and managers to ensure teamwork
Physical Demands
Required to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of times
Lift, carry, or otherwise move and use of force or exertion up to 75 lbs.
Use of manual dexterity of common office equipment; such as but not limited to, computers, printers, phones ect.
Other Information The hotel business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and be aware that at all times it may be necessary to move associates from their accustomed shift and alter assigned duties as business dictates. In addition, this is a hospitality business, and a hospitable service atmosphere must be maintained at all times.
This position description is not intended to create, nor is it to be construed, as a contract of employment or a promise of employment. I understand that my employment is an “at‑will” relationship and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without notice.
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, this offer of employment is conditional upon your presenting documents verifying your identity and legal authorization to work in the United States. All offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a background check and E-Verify.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected class. Our locations are drug‑free and pre‑employment drug tests are required. Background checks are also required before employment begins. We participate in E‑Verify and those who are ineligible to work in the United States will not be considered.
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