Now Hiring - Embassy Suites Hotels - Catering Sales Manager in Jacksonville, FL

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Embassy Suites Hotel is currently seeking a Catering Sales Manager to join our growing team! The Catering Manager is responsible for the solicitation of catering accounts. The Catering Sales Manager is responsible for finalizing the catering business, contract, and BEOs while maximizing the event space to meet/exceed catering goals. HOTEL BLURB Benefits * Health, vision and dental insurance * 401(k) * Vacation and Sick Pay * Paid Holidays * Employee Referral Program * Opportunities for Advancement * Hotel Discounts for you, your friends and family * Access to our Talent team to help you reach your career growth goals Responsibilities * Solicits, negotiates, and books new business via sales calls, which can be outside sales calls, telephone solicitation, or site inspections * Responsible for preparation of assigned Banquet Event Orders hosting site tours, and solicitation of assigned catering market segments to achieve budget * Provides exceptional customer service to all hotel guests making their stay as comfortable as possible * Anticipates guest requests and responds to complaints within hotel policy * Greet guests Qualifications * Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or 2-3 years related experience and/or training * Must be able to read, write, and speak English * Basic Math Skills * Basic Computer Skills * Prior hospitality experience preferred * Customer Service experience preferred * Knowledge of health department standards of food sanitation and safety practices EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.