Hospitality Sales Lead: Events & Banquets

DOUBLETREE HOTEL/BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

DOUBLETREE HOTEL/BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT in Windsor Locks, CT, seeks a dynamic Sales professional to drive revenue through existing accounts and new business. You’ll manage client relations, coordinate tours, and book corporate and social events, contributing to budgeted goals.

Responsibilities include maintaining call activity, preparing reports, and collaborating with hotel departments to ensure exceptional service. A strong drive, communication, and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Minimum of one year of previous sales experience (preferably hotel sales).
• Successful record of outside sales solicitation and productivity.
• Strong organizational skills to coordinate multiple departments and tasks.
• Assertive, initiative-driven personality to solicit new business and meet client needs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to sit, type, and travel to visit clients as needed.
• Valid driver’s license for client visits.

Responsibilities

• Maintain contact with existing accounts in each market segment.
• Qualify and re-qualify new and existing accounts.
• Make follow-up calls within 48 hours of leads.
• Meet weekly sales activity targets and book events.
• Prepare and submit weekly and daily reports to the Director of Sales.
• Document all client communications using standard forms.
• Coordinate site tours and client visits.
• Book banquet and social events, including weddings and reunions, with attention to setup and decor.
• Ensure proper use of the Sales System and distribute function sheets to departments.

Skills

Sales experience

Hotel industry knowledge

Communication skills

Organization skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree in hotel and restaurant management

Tools

Sales system

Reservation system

Job description

DOUBLETREE HOTEL/BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT in Windsor Locks, CT, seeks a dynamic Sales professional to drive revenue through existing accounts and new business. You’ll manage client relations, coordinate tours, and book corporate and social events, contributing to budgeted goals.

Responsibilities include maintaining call activity, preparing reports, and collaborating with hotel departments to ensure exceptional service. A strong drive, communication, and organizational skills are essential.