
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