Now Hiring - Events & Programing Sales Manager in Vail, CO

EVENTS AND PROGRAMING SALES MANAGER

At Solaris Hospitality we strive to provide memorable experiences that are enhanced by innovative food, unique entertainment, and unparalleled hospitality. While dining options abound, Solaris Hospitality offers more than just dining, we cater to all senses.

We believe these experiences start with our people, our family. A passionate and dedicated team of innovators and leaders with the common goal of delivering singular experiences to every guest, every time.

SUMMARY

The Director of Events and Programing will be responsible for selling, managing, and executing group events for Chasing Rabbits. This position will be required to create and maintain strong client relationships. This role will also be responsible for curating the programing calendar at Chasing Rabbits. This role will contribute to the organization as an active business partner that is responsible for supporting the company's goals, objectives, vision, mission, and values.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Developing and maintaining all policies, procedures, and quality standards within the department
• Maintain strong client relations and ensure that conference specifications are communicated and executed for a successful meeting experience for the meeting planner and attendees.
• Create and review sales contracts
• Oversee set up all functions and meetings in an appropriate and timely manner while maintaining standards of food, beverage
• Utilizing a continuous improvement approach to ensure a high quality, cost effective, and customer focused operation
• Developing and implementing a training plan to ensure a high-quality presentation and level of customer service within the banquet/function service staffs
• Communicating information to the kitchen and other supportive departments prior to and during events
• Maintaining a high level of service by constantly training and coaching all direct reports and associates
• Responsible for curating the Chasing Rabbits experience through our programing calendar
• Ensuring our guests and members are engaged with the special events and programing throughout year
• Host exclusive events reserved for Chasing Rabbits members

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Prior Banquet Director, Events Director or Catering Director experience at an upscale property preferred
• Ability to motivate in a team oriented, collaborative environment
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a results-oriented environment, continuing to deliver quality service and consistently meet deadlines
• Proven success in customer service and guest recovery
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
• Knowledge of computer accounting programs, math skills as well as budgetary analysis capabilities required
• Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting required
• Ability to supervise subordinate staff, including, but not limited to, assignment of duties, motivating and mentoring, as well as evaluating service and taking disciplinary action when necessary
• Ability to solve problems and make rational decisions
• Strong facility and safety awareness

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Position requires walking and giving direction; must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility. Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill tasks. Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. on a regular basis. Must be able to push and pull carts containing up to 250 lbs. occasionally. Requires manual dexterity, grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, and climbing.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Self-determined schedule

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Work Location: One location