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Now Hiring - Social Catering Sales Manager in West Des Moines, IA

Social Catering Sales Manager in West Des Moines, IA

Hampton Inn by Hilton
Base Salary Yes (amount not posted)
Total Comp: NA
Qualifications Years In Sales
Industry: Travel
Benefits: yes
Customer Size: all
Car Allowance: no
Sales Cycle: Short
Travel: none
Years Selling in Industry:
Education:
They Sell Hotels & Resorts
To Whom Hotels & Travel Accommodation
Location: West Des Moines, IA
3.5

The Position will be tasked with the following duties, responsibilities, and assignments:

* Previous event planning in a hotel setting preferred but, not required, with knowledge of computers especially, previous experience with CI/TY, Word and Excel.

* Finalizes Banquet Event Orders (BEO) for all wedding related meetings & events. Books room blocks for all wedding related events.

* Previous event planning in a hotel setting preferred but, not required, with knowledge of computers especially, previous experience with CI/TY, Word and Excel.

* Work closely with banquet department on operations and event execution. Ability to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action.

* Social tables or like event diagraming experience preferred

* Encompass the ability to manage multiple functions and deliver results in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

* Strategically detail events to ensure smooth operations, food integrity, and timely event execution.

* Successfully upsell clients during the detailing process.

* Be the onsite point of contact alongside the banquet team

* Participate in Daily/Weekly Sales meetings.

* Assist with any other duties as requested by the General Manager & Director of Sales and Marketing

* Adherence to all policies stated in the Team Member handbook

* Flexible schedule required

* Other duties as assigned

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Holidays
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

  • Required Prior Experience:

Minimum two (2) years of Catering Sales experience or two (2) years in hotel Event Services, Banquet, Group Sales, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Prior Experience:

Prior experience with the Group, and/or Social Event market segments

Preferred Education:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major

Preferred Licenses/ Certification:

Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)

Required Technology:

Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools

Preferred Technology:

Demonstrated experience with industry specific sales and catering programs including Microsoft Office, CI/TY, particularly in detailing Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Hampton Inn by Hilton
Company Size
10000+ Employees
Founded
1983
They Sell
Hotels & Resorts
To Whom
Hotels & Travel Accommodation
Revenue
$1 to $5 million (USD)


Hampton Inn by Hilton is currently hiring for 40 sales positions
Hampton Inn by Hilton has openings in: CA, TN, RI, PA, NY, VA, MO, IN, FL, OK, CO, UT, TX, OH, IA, KY, ID, IL, & MA
The average salary at Hampton Inn by Hilton is:

40 Yes (amount not posted)

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Hampton Inn by Hilton

Hampton Inn by Hilton is currently hiring for 40 sales positions
Hampton Inn by Hilton has openings in: CA, TN, RI, PA, NY, VA, MO, IN, FL, OK, CO, UT, TX, OH, IA, KY, ID, IL, & MA
The average salary at Hampton Inn by Hilton is:

40 Yes (amount not posted)