Are you a high-energy closer with a passion for hospitality and a knack for building lasting relationships? Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is looking for a Senior Sales Specialist to join our chart-topping team. This isn't just a sales job; it’s your chance to represent a legendary brand and drive the success of a premier destination featuring 450 luxury rooms and 75,000 square feet of high-octane meeting space.
As a Senior Sales Specialist, you are a lead performer in our sales organization. You’ll be the face of the Hard Rock, scouting new group business and nurturing existing accounts to blow past revenue goals in rooms, food, beverage, and event rentals. You’ll orchestrate every detail from the first "hello" to the final encore, ensuring our guests experience the world-class service we’re known for.
Responsibilities
Acts as a key revenue driver, utilizing a mix of outside sales calls, digital outreach, and on-site inspections to consistently beat sales targets.
Optimizes property revenue by strategically cross‑selling all amenities and services to new, past, and prospective clients through persuasive presentations and tailored proposals.
Manages the full sales lifecycle with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring all account data, solicitation efforts, and contract closings are accurately documented.
Acts as the primary liaison between sales and operations, orchestrating departmental synergy to guarantee a flawless guest experience.
Designs and executes sophisticated, consultative sales pitches tailored to the specific needs and goals of high‑value prospective clients.
Cultivates long‑term client loyalty through personalized engagement and site experiences, strategically entertaining key stakeholders to secure high‑value partnerships.
Acts as the central point of contact, delivering clear, cross‑departmental directives to ensure every team is aligned to provide a seamless, five‑star guest experience.
Represents the company at trade shows and industry events while staying ahead of market trends and competitor activity to maintain a competitive edge.
Oversees all client correspondence, internal booking reports, and meticulous file maintenance to ensure operational accuracy.
Blocks event space and hotel rooms appropriately and accurately for each group in Delphi.
Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
A minimum of four years of proven hospitality sales success, specifically within a large‑scale, full‑service hotel or resort of similar complexity.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and organize teams while maintaining a positive, "all‑hands‑on‑deck" attitude.
Deep understanding of revenue management, business planning, and local market competition.
Elite written and verbal skills used to influence clients and direct internal departments effectively.
Proficient in Delphi and Microsoft Office, with the flexibility for travel and out‑of‑town prospecting.
Thrives under pressure and deadlines while maintaining the high professional standards of the Hard Rock brand.
About Us Do you like jobs that rock? Are you fun and highly motivated? Do you like to take on team‑based challenges and deliver high‑quality work? If so, then you may be a great candidate for our Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa team!
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is Oklahoma’s premier gaming and resort destination. This award‑winning resort features 2,600+ electronic, poker and table games, 35,000+ square feet of ultramodern meeting and convention space, an 18‑hole championship golf course, multiple food and entertainment venues, and a 2,700‑seat event center. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is the flag ship of Cherokee Nation Businesses’ hospitality division.
Here’s what awaits you:
Health & Wellness: Choose from top‑notch health plans, 24/7 Telemedicine access, and on‑site health clinics (at select locations).
Financial Security: Grow your future with a generous 401(k) match and paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays.
Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy flexible spending accounts, maternity/paternity leave, and voluntary benefits for added peace of mind.
And More: Earn incentives based on performance, refer friends and get rewarded, and enjoy discounts and holiday appreciation gifts.
About the Team Immerse Yourself in World‑Class Hospitality with Cherokee Nation Entertainment
Thrill, excitement, and entertainment await at Cherokee Nation Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful tribal businesses in the country. As the gaming and hospitality business of the Cherokee Nation, CNE owns and operates a diverse portfolio of leading brands, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, nine Cherokee Casinos across Northeastern Oklahoma, and Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Miss.
Step into a world of possibilities:
Gain experience delivering exhilarating gaming across electronic games, table games, and poker rooms.
Help deliver legendary live entertainment from national and local acts at iconic venues like Hard Rock Live.
Master your culinary craft at our diverse restaurants, from casual to upscale dining. Deliver smiles and unforgettable experiences, becoming a master of guest service and table‑side magic.
Help guests unwind in luxurious hotel accommodations and world‑class amenities like pools, cabanas, and golf courses.
More than just entertainment, we are committed to the well‑being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home. We offer exceptional career opportunities with competitive benefits and a chance to be part of something truly special.
Company: Cherokee Nation Entertainment
Job Info
Job Identification 30775
Job Category Hospitality
Posting Date 02/11/2026, 11:48 PM
Apply Before 02/16/2026, 06:00 AM
Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
Job Schedule Full time
Job Shift Day
Locations Catoosa - Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (OK) (On‑site)
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As a Senior Sales Specialist, you are a lead performer in our sales organization. You’ll be the face of the Hard Rock, scouting new group business and nurturing existing accounts to blow past revenue goals in rooms, food, beverage, and event rentals. You’ll orchestrate every detail from the first "hello" to the final encore, ensuring our guests experience the world-class service we’re known for.
Responsibilities
Acts as a key revenue driver, utilizing a mix of outside sales calls, digital outreach, and on-site inspections to consistently beat sales targets.
Optimizes property revenue by strategically cross‑selling all amenities and services to new, past, and prospective clients through persuasive presentations and tailored proposals.
Manages the full sales lifecycle with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring all account data, solicitation efforts, and contract closings are accurately documented.
Acts as the primary liaison between sales and operations, orchestrating departmental synergy to guarantee a flawless guest experience.
Designs and executes sophisticated, consultative sales pitches tailored to the specific needs and goals of high‑value prospective clients.
Cultivates long‑term client loyalty through personalized engagement and site experiences, strategically entertaining key stakeholders to secure high‑value partnerships.
Acts as the central point of contact, delivering clear, cross‑departmental directives to ensure every team is aligned to provide a seamless, five‑star guest experience.
Represents the company at trade shows and industry events while staying ahead of market trends and competitor activity to maintain a competitive edge.
Oversees all client correspondence, internal booking reports, and meticulous file maintenance to ensure operational accuracy.
Blocks event space and hotel rooms appropriately and accurately for each group in Delphi.
Performs other job‑related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
A minimum of four years of proven hospitality sales success, specifically within a large‑scale, full‑service hotel or resort of similar complexity.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and organize teams while maintaining a positive, "all‑hands‑on‑deck" attitude.
Deep understanding of revenue management, business planning, and local market competition.
Elite written and verbal skills used to influence clients and direct internal departments effectively.
Proficient in Delphi and Microsoft Office, with the flexibility for travel and out‑of‑town prospecting.
Thrives under pressure and deadlines while maintaining the high professional standards of the Hard Rock brand.
About Us Do you like jobs that rock? Are you fun and highly motivated? Do you like to take on team‑based challenges and deliver high‑quality work? If so, then you may be a great candidate for our Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa team!
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is Oklahoma’s premier gaming and resort destination. This award‑winning resort features 2,600+ electronic, poker and table games, 35,000+ square feet of ultramodern meeting and convention space, an 18‑hole championship golf course, multiple food and entertainment venues, and a 2,700‑seat event center. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is the flag ship of Cherokee Nation Businesses’ hospitality division.
Here’s what awaits you:
Health & Wellness: Choose from top‑notch health plans, 24/7 Telemedicine access, and on‑site health clinics (at select locations).
Financial Security: Grow your future with a generous 401(k) match and paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays.
Work‑Life Balance: Enjoy flexible spending accounts, maternity/paternity leave, and voluntary benefits for added peace of mind.
And More: Earn incentives based on performance, refer friends and get rewarded, and enjoy discounts and holiday appreciation gifts.
About the Team Immerse Yourself in World‑Class Hospitality with Cherokee Nation Entertainment
Thrill, excitement, and entertainment await at Cherokee Nation Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful tribal businesses in the country. As the gaming and hospitality business of the Cherokee Nation, CNE owns and operates a diverse portfolio of leading brands, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, nine Cherokee Casinos across Northeastern Oklahoma, and Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Miss.
Step into a world of possibilities:
Gain experience delivering exhilarating gaming across electronic games, table games, and poker rooms.
Help deliver legendary live entertainment from national and local acts at iconic venues like Hard Rock Live.
Master your culinary craft at our diverse restaurants, from casual to upscale dining. Deliver smiles and unforgettable experiences, becoming a master of guest service and table‑side magic.
Help guests unwind in luxurious hotel accommodations and world‑class amenities like pools, cabanas, and golf courses.
More than just entertainment, we are committed to the well‑being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home. We offer exceptional career opportunities with competitive benefits and a chance to be part of something truly special.
Company: Cherokee Nation Entertainment
Job Info
Job Identification 30775
Job Category Hospitality
Posting Date 02/11/2026, 11:48 PM
Apply Before 02/16/2026, 06:00 AM
Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
Job Schedule Full time
Job Shift Day
Locations Catoosa - Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (OK) (On‑site)
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