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Catering Sales Manager / Wedding Specialist

HHM Hotels, Groton, CT, United States


Opportunity: Catering Sales Manager / Wedding Specialist

Sell and service banquet and meeting functions in order to achievecatering department goals.

Your Growth Path

Sales Manager - Director of Sales - Regional Director of Sales

Your Focus

* Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates, ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values.

* Oversee all catering sales, targeted towards existing and new corporate and social markets.

* Solicit new business, making prospecting calls and outside client visits.

* Maximize revenue by selling all facets of the hotel, both orally, and in written form to previous, current and potential clients.

* Handle account details ensuring all pertinent aspects of solicitation and closing are complete and documented.

* Service accounts including BEO's, and Group Resumes when necessary.

* Prepare information for, meet with, and entertain clients as deemed appropriate to obtaining potential business from that account.

* Provide an exceptional level of service and acquire the highest quality of catered products for our clients.

* Communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff.

* Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.

* Perform other duties as requested by management.

Your Background and Skills

* Associate or bachelor's degree in Hospitality or related industry preferred.

* Proven track record in catering and banquet sales required.

Work Environment and Context

* Work schedule varies and may include working on holidays and weekends.

* Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 25 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability - Hearts That Serve - Only Excellence - Stay Nimble - Own It

Source: HHM Hotels