Catering & Events Sales Manager

The William Vale; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is seeking a Catering & Events Sales Manager to provide exceptional customer service and manage event details at The William Vale. The role involves promoting event spaces, supporting the Events Department, and achieving sales goals while ensuring compliance with hospitality standards.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Dining Discount

Commuter Benefits

Referral Rewards

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience as an Events Coordinator/Producer.
• Knowledge of various food service styles.

Responsibilities

• Promote and sell private event spaces focusing on Corporate Sales.
• Manage event details and communication from booking to execution.
• Assist in achieving monthly and annual sales goals.

Skills

Sales Aptitude

Organization

Clear Communication

Task Follow-through

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Some College Preferred

Tools

Property Management Systems

Computers

Job description

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NoHo Hospitality Group is seeking an Catering & Events Sales Manager to join their team at The William Vale Hotel.

The Catering & Events Sales Manager is responsible for customer service, providing guests with exceptional hospitality to ensure a memorable experience.

This role supports the Events Department led by the Director of Events and Catering, maintaining administrative systems, managing projects, and daily tasks. It involves implementing service and management philosophies to achieve sales, cost control, employee retention, cleanliness, and sanitation objectives.

Required Experience: Prior experience in Corporate Sales and Meetings.

Key skills include sales aptitude, organization, clear communication, and task follow-through, aligning with NoHo Hospitality Group standards. The Events Sales Manager exemplifies the company's hospitality philosophy.

Job Duties

1. Promote and sell private event spaces at The William Vale, focusing on Corporate Sales and Meetings.
2. Support the Director of Events and Catering administratively, completing tasks efficiently.
3. Learn and adhere to departmental policies and standards.
4. Manage event details and communication from booking to execution.
5. Support leadership and guide the Events Department.
6. Assist in achieving monthly and annual sales goals.
7. Develop new business opportunities.
8. Maintain positive client relations and resolve complaints.
9. Foster a cooperative work environment to maximize productivity and morale.
10. Ensure compliance with departmental policies and standards.
11. Monitor staff performance and ensure procedures are followed.
12. Represent hospitality standards for all services and events.
13. Assist in scheduling based on event needs and staffing guidelines.
14. Respond to event inquiries via phone and email.
15. Prepare daily event folders for venues.

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
2. At least 2 years experience as an Events Coordinator/Producer, preferably in fine dining or high-volume event production.
3. Knowledge of various food service styles.
4. Excellent communication skills in English; multilingual skills are a plus.
5. Strong leadership, organizational, multitasking, and administrative skills.
6. Proficiency with property management systems and computers.
7. Excellent problem-solving and listening skills.
8. Ability to identify training needs and provide training.
9. Basic arithmetic skills.
10. Flexible working hours based on event schedules.

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance from day one, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Employee Dining Discount, Commuter Benefits, and Referral Rewards.

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