Hotel Event Sales Lead: Meetings & Catering

Rogers Embassy Suites - Atrium Hospitality; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth & Learning

401(k) plan with company match

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Paid Time Off & Vacation

DailyPay

Tuition reimbursement

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Rogers Embassy Suites - Atrium Hospitality in Rogers, AR is seeking an experienced events sales professional to drive Rooms and Catering business while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will respond to inquiries, prepare proposals, coordinate details, and nurture relationships with planners and key accounts. This full-time on-site role offers growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in event services, banquet operations, hotel sales, or marketing.
• College coursework or experience in sales, marketing, front office, or supervisory roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Delphi, FDC, or Marriott CI/TY a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to client inquiries within four business hours and turn conversations into profitable Rooms and Catering business.
• Prepare proposals, contracts, and event materials—from menus to meeting layouts—to help planners envision successful events.
• Prospect for new business through calls, networking, research, and community events to keep the sales pipeline strong.
• Host site tours and build relationships with planners, showcasing the hotel and creating memorable first impressions.
• Coordinate event details including rooming lists, BEOs, and communication with operations teams to ensure flawless execution.
• Maintain strong relationships with key accounts through consistent communication, follow-ups, and occasional client entertainment.

Skills

Event sales

Banquet operations

Hotel sales

Marketing

Education

College coursework or experience in sales

Tools

Microsoft Office

Delphi

FDC

Marriott CI/TY

Job description

Rogers Embassy Suites - Atrium Hospitality in Rogers, AR is seeking an experienced events sales professional to drive Rooms and Catering business while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will respond to inquiries, prepare proposals, coordinate details, and nurture relationships with planners and key accounts. This full-time on-site role offers growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits.