Restaurant Sales & Events Administrative Assistant

AccorHotel • Scottsdale, AZ

9h • Onsite

About The Position

The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is seeking a Restaurant Sales & Events Administrative Assistant to support the Director of Outlet Sales. This role involves managing client requests, responding to inquiries, maintaining booking systems, and producing general documents and correspondence. The assistant will also help managers with daily tasks related to guest interaction, event orders, filing, and other assigned duties. The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is a luxury AAA Five Diamond hotel known for its extensive facilities and high-profile events.

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma, diploma or degree from a recognized institution in Business Administration or in Hospitality/Tourism preferred, but not required.
• Computer literate with a minimum keyboarding speed of 65 wpm.
• Fully conversant with Windows and Excel. Knowledge of Opera helpful.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills.
• Must be flexible, self-motivated, and have the ability to prioritize and follow through.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced /pressured environment.
• Pleasant out-going personality/good interpersonal skills.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience is an asset
• Knowledge of Opera helpful.

Responsibilities

• Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service
• Managing client requests, either in their absence or at the request of the Outlet Sales Manager or Director.
• Prompt response to client inquiries, comprehensive management of PM System bookings to include all required information for file creation and applicable maintenance
• Accurate and timely general document and correspondence production, organization and distribution between clients and managers in the department.
• Assist Managers with day-to-day tasks relating to guest interaction, preparation, distribution, and organization of Restaurant Event Orders, correspondence, filing, telephone and other duties assigned.

Benefits

• Employee discounts at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, local companies and Accor worldwide for you and your family
• Free meals at our on-site employee restaurant
• Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
• Great Medical and Dental benefits, including two employer-funded medical plans, meaning $0 premium if you enroll in the employee-only tier!
• 401K, Direct Deposit, etc.
• Career development opportunities within the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in addition to national promotion opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED