Senior Event Sales Manager

Davidson Hospitality Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision

Teledoc Service

Maintenance Medications

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Job summary

Paradise Point Resort and Spa seeks a Senior Event Catering Sales Manager to drive catering revenue, lead strategic sales initiatives, and build lasting relationships with corporate clients, planners, and wedding couples. You will coordinate all aspects of event planning, proposals, and pricing to deliver exceptional guest experiences in a luxury resort setting.

The role offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment with competitive compensation and benefits, aligned with Davidson Hospitality Group's

Qualifications

• Senior catering sales experience in hospitality.
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to maximize catering revenue and achieve sales targets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through targeted sales efforts.
• Build and maintain relationships with corporate catering clients, event planners, wedding planners, and industry partners.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide customized catering solutions.
• Coordinate and oversee planning and execution of catering events, ensuring a seamless experience for clients and guests.
• Prepare and present proposals, contracts, and pricing negotiations.
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor offerings to ensure a competitive edge.
• Provide exceptional customer service and resolve issues during event planning.

Skills

Sales strategy

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Event planning

Job description

Property Description

Paradise Point Resort and Spa is a picturesque, waterfront resort nestled on a private island in San Diego, California, offering a serene and idyllic work environment. As a job applicant, joining the team at Paradise Point Resort and Spa means being part of a premier luxury resort known for its stunning views, lush gardens, and world-class amenities. The resort boasts a range of exciting employment opportunities, from front-of-house positions to behind-the-scenes roles, providing a diverse and rewarding career path. With its focus on delivering exceptional guest service, Paradise Point Resort and Spa offers employees the chance to hone their hospitality skills while working in a breathtaking location. The resort is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work culture, providing opportunities for growth and development, and creating a welcoming and supportive team environment. Joining the team at Paradise Point Resort and Spa presents a unique opportunity to be part of a prestigious resort that epitomizes relaxation, luxury, and unparalleled guest experiences.

Overview

Are you a highly motivated and results-driven Senior Event Catering Sales Manager with a passion for sales and event planning? Are you ready to take your career to the next level in the hospitality industry? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Event Catering Sales Manager to join our hospitality sales team. As a Senior Event Catering Sales Manager, you will be responsible for driving catering sales and revenue by selling our exceptional catering services to corporate clients, social event planners, wedding couples, and hospitality event clients. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your creativity, build strong relationships with clients, and contribute to the success of our hotel/resort.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to maximize catering revenue and achieve sales targets
• Identify and proactively pursue new business opportunities through targeted sales efforts
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate catering clients, event planners, wedding planners, and industry partners
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide customized catering solutions
• Coordinate and oversee the planning and execution of catering events, ensuring a seamless event experience for clients and their guests
• Prepare and present proposals, contracts, and pricing negotiations to clients
• Stay updated on industry trends and competitor offerings to ensure a competitive edge
• Provide exceptional customer service and resolve any issues or concerns that arise during the event planning process

As a Senior Event Catering Sales Manager, you will have the opportunity to showcase your sales expertise, creativity, and customer service skills while working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. We offer a competitive salary, attractive benefits package, and opportunities for career growth within our renowned hotel/resort. Join our team and be part of a culture that values excellence, teamwork, and delivering unforgettable experiences to our clients.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Salary Range

USD 84,000.00 - USD 90,000.00 /Yr.