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The Post Oak

Event Sales Manager

The Post Oak, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Overview The Post Oak Hotel is seeking an Events Sales Manager to join the only double Forbes Five-Star Hotel in Texas. We hire passionate and professional colleagues who genuinely delight our guests through curated and authentic experiences.

The Events Sales Manager will be responsible soliciting, negotiating and securing new and repeat catering business.

Responsibilities

Actively solicit catering business by prospecting, networking, and researching events.

Answer all incoming inquiries in a timely manner.

Maintain relationships with current accounts to ensure repeat programs.

Research current catering accounts and how they impact the overall catering operation.

Review and understand the hotel and Landry’s assets and how they work together to grow business.

Interact with outside planners and vendors for special events

Develop menus and agendas, ensure BEO’s are issued, and complete all pertinent correspondence with outside vendors to finalize programs.

Work with the operations team and keep them informed of changes or challenges that arise.

Meet and greet in-house guests upon arrival, review the course of events, and introduce other staff members (banquet manager, captain, etc.)

Qualifications

Aspire to our values of being passionate, strive for excellence, remain relevant, collaborate and act with honor and integrity.

At least 5years of previous hotel related experienceor related field required

Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills

Strong catering and events experience

Previous hotel experience, luxury or Forbes experience preferred

Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays is required

Physical demands: Ability to lift 25 pounds on a regular basis and prolonged extended periods of sitting and/or standing

What we offer you:

Multiple benefit plans to suit your needs

Paid Time Off

401K

Opportunities for advancement

Positive and respectful work environment where diversity is valued

Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels

Community volunteer opportunities

Complimentary parking and colleague meal

Disclaimer The above information is intended as a high-level overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the position and does not represent the full job description which will include all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and working conditions associated with the job. For more information or to see the full job description, contact the Human Resources department at the location in which you are applying.

Posted Salary Range Starting from USD $70,000.00/Yr.

Tipped Position This position does not earn tips

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