Event Sales Manager

at  Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel

Property Description:
Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel is a boutique hotel that offers a unique and inviting experience for both guests and employees alike. As a job applicant, joining the team at The Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new property that is already making waves in the hospitality industry. The hotel boasts modern and stylish accommodations, state-of-the-art facilities, and a commitment to exceptional service that sets it apart from other hotels in the area. As a team member, you will have the chance to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, where creativity and passion are valued. With a supportive and collaborative team culture, The Cottonwood Hotel is an ideal place for job seekers who are looking to be part of something special and make a meaningful impact on the guest experience. Join us and be part of an exciting journey as we create unforgettable moments for our guests.
Overview:
Are you a dynamic and driven sales professional with a passion for creating unforgettable events? The Kimpton Cottowood Hotel is seeking a passionate individual for our Event Sales Manager. 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

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

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