Sales & Catering Coordinator

Crescent Careers • Fairfax, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sales & Catering Coordinator will generate contracts and BEOs to support Catering Managers. This role involves daily distribution of BEOs, reader boards, and change logs, as well as handling email correspondence as directed by managers. The coordinator will maintain computer data for the Sales Department, including updating and troubleshooting. Responsibilities also include preparing and processing purchase orders and check requests. The role requires handling negotiations with meeting planners and generating Banquet Event Orders based on agreed contractual terms. A key aspect is maintaining excellent working relationships from initial lead calls through follow-up solicitation and coordinating with support departments, including banquets and function rooms, until event conclusion. The position also involves conducting property tours to promote facilities and services.

Requirements

• Minimum 1-2 years hotel experience preferred.
• Front desk experience highly desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including leading and participating in formal presentations.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with little or no supervision and be a self-starter.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidential information.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Marriott CI experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Generate contracts and BEOs in support of Catering Managers.
• Support daily distribution of BEOs, reader boards and change logs.
• Handle email correspondence directed by managers as needed.
• Maintenance of computer data for Sales Department including updating and troubleshooting.
• Prepare and process purchase orders and check requests.
• Handles negotiations with meeting planners and generate Banquet Event Orders based on agreed contractual terms.
• Maintain excellent working relationship from initial lead call through follow up solicitation and maintain contact with all support departments, including banquets and functions room departments until event conclusion.
• Conduct property tours to promote facilities and services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed