Catering Sales Manager
About The Position
The Nines, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland is seeking a Catering Sales Manager to join their renowned team. The perfect candidate is passionate about service and creating indigenous experiences for each guest! Poised in the heart of the city center, within the walls of the stately Meier & Frank Building one of Portland's most beloved landmarks, the Nines honors the structure’s storied past, both in its striking decor and impeccable service. Individualistic design traits celebrate the surroundings of one of finest LEED Silver-certified hotels in Portland, providing the opportunity to truly experience the region's unique character. As part of Sage Hospitality, we passionately strive to be the best and create excellence in everything we do. We are known amongst our staff, our owners, our guests and our communities as leaders in our field who are authentic, humble, innovative and flexible operators driven to anticipate needs and exceed expectations.
Requirements
- More than two years of post -high school education
- Experience required by position is from one to two full years of employment in a related position with this company or other organization(s).
- Requires thorough knowledge of the practices and procedures of the catering, food and beverage, menu development and pricing.
- Requires knowledge of the hotel's policies and procedures and the ability to determine course of action based on these guidelines.
- Requires ability to investigate and analyze current activities and/or information involving readily available data and indicating logical conclusions and recommendations.
- Must possess communication skills in terms of the ability to negotiate, convince, sell and influence professionals and/or hotel guests.
- Ability to drive to outside sales calls.
- Excellent comprehension and literacy required to develop marketing plan, create menus and programs, etc.
Responsibilities
- Solicit, negotiate and book new and repeat business through efforts (outside sales calls, telemarketing, mailings, networking, etc.) while maximizing banquet space to meet/exceed revenue goals.
- Execute a territorial marketing strategy to capture the maximum amount of revenue and meet and ideally exceed sales goals.
- Plan, upsell and detail the meeting/function with the client including: space requirements, times, equipment, menus, themes/decorations, etc.
- Complete the contracts, prepare the appropriate paperwork, including banquet event orders, coordinate with the appropriate areas in the hotel and resolve any issues, complaints and problems to ensure a quality product delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Prepare status and period end reports.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of corporate and hotel procedures, products and competition, including their strengths and weaknesses, to continually improve sales strategies and achieve goals.
- Professional and positive communication to both guests and fellow associates.
Benefits
- Unlimited time off per Sage policy and manager approval
- Medical, Vision, Dental and Retirement Benefits
- Eligible to enroll in medical insurance with employer covering up to 70% of premiums with wellness credit
- Eligible to enroll in dental insurance with employer contribution towards premiums & vision insurance
- Eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with up to 4% employer match, meeting safe harbor requirements and no vesting period
- Eligible to enroll in Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with qualifying medical plans and receive up to $1000 company contribution
- Eligible to enroll in Health, Dependent and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Company paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance coverage, with option to enroll in supplemental coverage
- Eligible to enroll for short-term and long-term disability insurance coverage
- Eligible to purchase Pet Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Insurance and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- WINFertility guidance for those enrolled in Sage medical plan
- All associates can enjoy our complimentary cafeteria
- $50 TriMet monthly subsidy or parking stipend
- Calm Health Application Subscription
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off for vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per calendar year
- Great discounts on Hotels, Restaurants, and much more
- Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program. Up to $1,000 per referral
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
