Ace Hotel & Swim Club Palm Springs - Catering & Convention Services Manager OEM

The Convention Services / Catering Manager is responsible for attainment of assigned catering / food and beverage sales goals tied to the overall performance of the hotel. The individual will be responsible for effectively servicing clients / groups and maintaining the contracted food and beverage minimum. The Convention Services / Catering Manager will work in conjunction with the Director of Sales or Director of Catering / Convention Services to achieve the hotel’s revenue, meeting planner satisfaction scores, and food and beverage sales goals for one or more assigned properties. Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities; for OEM associates, overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• High School diploma or equivalent required; previous convention / event and catering sales experience preferred.
• Demonstrate creativity and knowledge of food and beverage / events desired.
• Must have a valid driver’s license for the applicable state.
• Must possess developed verbal and written communication skills to frequently negotiate, convince, sell and influence other managerial personnel, hotel guest(s) and / or corporate clients.
• Experience with professional selling skills desired : opening, probing, supporting, closing
• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products
• Must be able to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks; strong organization and presentation skills

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following :

PROPERTY INFORMATION :

Application deadline for Colorado positions :

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