Event Sales Manager

Landry's, LLC.•Houston, TX

3h•$70,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Aspire to our values of being passionate, strive for excellence, remain relevant, collaborate and act with honor and integrity.
At least 5 years of previous hotel related experience or related field required
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
Strong catering and events experience
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

Nice To Haves

Previous hotel experience, luxury or Forbes experience preferred

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.)