Event Sales Manager

Posted on Oct 1, 2024 by Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
Kapaa Homesteads, HI
Sales
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Property Description:

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort is a stunning beachfront property located in the idyllic island of Kauai, Hawaii, offering an exciting and tropical work environment. As a job applicant, joining the team at Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort means being part of a world-class resort known for its breathtaking ocean views, pristine beaches, and Hawaiian hospitality. The resort offers a range of employment opportunities, from guest services to culinary and recreation, providing a diverse and enriching career path. Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort is committed to creating a warm and welcoming work culture that values the spirit of aloha, teamwork, and exceptional guest experiences. Employees can expect to work in a breathtaking setting, where they can showcase their skills, immerse themselves in the local culture, and create memorable experiences for guests. Joining the team at Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort presents a unique opportunity to be part of a luxurious and tropical resort that offers a truly unforgettable experience for both guests and team members alike.

Overview:

Are you a dynamic and driven sales professional with a passion for creating unforgettable events? We are currently seeking an Event Sales Manager to join our team. In this role, you will use your creativity and sales skills to drive revenue by booking and managing events, from weddings to corporate conferences. The primary focus is to sell Banquet Food and Beverage with other responsibilities including menu planning, agenda setting and hotel meeting services. Other duties will include reviewing contracts and facilitating communication before, during and post event with hotel staff to ensure a high level of service. The Event Sales Manager will also contribute to site inspections, maintaining strong customer relationships and working as a team member with the sales and catering staff.  The ideal candidate is a natural communicator with a proven track record of sales success and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and are looking to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Lucrative incentive plan and competitive salary offered!   

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality, or related field and/or 2+ years of hotel sales experience

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of event planning and logistics

Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM software

1 year food and beverage experience

Confident and professional appearance

Proactive sales approach, assertive and fast paced, driven to succeed

Understanding of market segment, competitor’s strengths, weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand

Time management skills

Being able to work on multiple projects with desired outcome for each

Creativity in designing events

Benefits:

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

24/7 Teledoc service

Free Maintenance Medications

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 

401K Match

Salary-$60,000 - $75,000

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.

Reference: 202884138

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Event Sales Manager

Posted on Oct 1, 2024 by Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

Kapaa Homesteads, HI
Sales
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Property Description:

Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort is a stunning beachfront property located in the idyllic island of Kauai, Hawaii, offering an exciting and tropical work environment. As a job applicant, joining the team at Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort means being part of a world-class resort known for its breathtaking ocean views, pristine beaches, and Hawaiian hospitality. The resort offers a range of employment opportunities, from guest services to culinary and recreation, providing a diverse and enriching career path. Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort is committed to creating a warm and welcoming work culture that values the spirit of aloha, teamwork, and exceptional guest experiences. Employees can expect to work in a breathtaking setting, where they can showcase their skills, immerse themselves in the local culture, and create memorable experiences for guests. Joining the team at Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort presents a unique opportunity to be part of a luxurious and tropical resort that offers a truly unforgettable experience for both guests and team members alike.

Overview:

Are you a dynamic and driven sales professional with a passion for creating unforgettable events? We are currently seeking an Event Sales Manager to join our team. In this role, you will use your creativity and sales skills to drive revenue by booking and managing events, from weddings to corporate conferences. The primary focus is to sell Banquet Food and Beverage with other responsibilities including menu planning, agenda setting and hotel meeting services. Other duties will include reviewing contracts and facilitating communication before, during and post event with hotel staff to ensure a high level of service. The Event Sales Manager will also contribute to site inspections, maintaining strong customer relationships and working as a team member with the sales and catering staff.  The ideal candidate is a natural communicator with a proven track record of sales success and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and are looking to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Lucrative incentive plan and competitive salary offered!   

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality, or related field and/or 2+ years of hotel sales experience

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of event planning and logistics

Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM software

1 year food and beverage experience

Confident and professional appearance

Proactive sales approach, assertive and fast paced, driven to succeed

Understanding of market segment, competitor’s strengths, weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand

Time management skills

Being able to work on multiple projects with desired outcome for each

Creativity in designing events

Benefits:

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

24/7 Teledoc service

Free Maintenance Medications

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 

401K Match

Salary-$60,000 - $75,000

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.

Reference: 202884138

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