Hotel Group Sales Coordinator
COMPANY BENEFITS : (dependent upon hours / tenure / performance)
- Salary : $38000
- Performance based commissions determined by monthly budget
- Paid Vacation / Birthday after 1 year
- Paid Holidays (Easter Thanksgiving Christmas)
- Medical Dental and Vision plans
- 401K Plan - Company matches up to 3%
- Team Member Travel Program - highly discounted rates at Hilton Brand hotels
- YMCA Corporate Discount
- Seasonal Bonuses
- Continued Education Sponsor - Employees can earn Hospitality & Tourism certificates at local Community College
- Employee Recognition and Appreciation Program
- Employee Meal Program and Meal Discounts
- Eligible for Monthly Gas Allowance
Reports to : Director of Sales / Sales Manager
JOB DESCRIPTION : The Hotel Group Sales Coordinator supports the sales department with a dual focus on wedding sales coordination and tour & travel account support. This role provides administrative structure ensures seamless communication between clients and internal departments and assists in driving revenue through accurate documentation lead management and high-touch client is a full-time year round position. Weekends and evenings are required.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Outgoing social self-driven personality and can work with minimal supervision.Computer experience is a must. Must be familiar with MS Office and computer savvy.Ability to adapt to an ever changing environment working well under pressure.Very detailed accurate and meticulous in updating client information.Must have a detailed understanding of the property selling the benefits and amenities of the hotel.Customizing the clients needs and wants while maximizing revenue.Coordinating events from beginning to end ensuring a seamless perfect client experience.Contacting clients after scheduled booking / function to ensure guest satisfaction and to solicit repeat business.Ensure all incoming calls are answered within 3 rings with proper greetings and proper phone etiquette.Create action plans that are successful in gaining new leads.Adheres to deposit and payment policy according to type of event. Keeps all A / R up to date.Enforcing deposit policy on all events.Welcome group contacts upon arrival and ensuring their total and complete satisfaction.Networking within the community and being a presence. Regular attendance at local business area meetings trade shows ribbon cuttings and seminars required.Maximizing guest room rates meeting room rental function space and other hotel services.Conducting tours of the hotel and banquet facilities.Assist DOS filing data entry and preparing BEOs for each week to be distributed to each department etc.Marketing managing the Facebook / Instagram pages and Pier House event websites.Keeps up-to-date and relevant knowledge of our competitors.Being heavily involved in groups arrivals anticipating needs to ensure smooth arrival. Do not make promises that cannot be met.JOB RELATED REQUIREMENTS :
Weekends and evenings are required.Ability to effectively deal with customers both on site and over the telephone who may require a high level of patience. Use tact and diplomacy to resolve complaints and defuse anger.Basic mathematical and calculator skills.Ability to listen effectively speak read and write English clearly.Ability to operate office equipment such as photocopier fax machine and multi-line telephone.Ability to access and accurately input information into a computer system.Ability to stand walk sit climb stairs and occasionally lift (up to 50lbs) or carry items.Compliance with hotel grooming and uniform policies.GUEST RELATIONS
Be readily available / approachable for all guests.Take proactive effort when dealing with guest concerns..Extend professionalism and courtesy to guests at all times.OTHER REQUIREMENTS
In addition to performance of the essential functions this position may be required to perform a combination of supportive functions determined by the supervisor :
The hotel operates 7 days a week 24 hours a day. Schedules must accommodate fluctuating business demands and associates may be asked to work shifts other than those they prefer or normally work.Carry out all reasonable requests by leadership team.Comply with department uniform and appearance standards.Must be capable of how to read write and speak English fluently.OBX Resort LLC DBA Hilton Garden Inn is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including age sex color race creed national origin religion marital status sexual orientation political belief or disability.
Required Experience :
IC
Key Skills
Abinitio,Defense,General Employment,Marine Services,Data Analysis,Architecture
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1