Wedding & Events Sales Leader — Commission Eligible

Ponte Winery; Temecula (CA); Presencial; USD 33.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

401k Matching Plan

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

3 Weeks of PTO

2 paid Holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Ponte Family Estate Winery in Temecula, CA is seeking a Weddings & Events Coordinator II to manage weddings and events from inquiry to execution, ensuring guests' expectations are exceeded.

You will convert inquiries to bookings, coordinate site tours, deposits, and final payments, and collaborate with Sales and Operations to deliver flawless experiences for clients while maintaining Ponte's service standards.

Formación

• Must have a minimum of 4 years of wedding sales and coordinating experience.
• Experience selling weddings, function space and food and beverage.
• Solid knowledge of sales principles, techniques, and practices common in the hospitality industry.
• Demonstrate ability to achieve and exceed sales goals by effectively negotiating and closing contracts.
• Ability to handle client challenges and remain composed and graceful under pressure.
• Demonstrate strong computer skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, outlook, Triple Seat, and Webrez.
• Agree to work a flexible schedule including evenings/weekends/holidays as required.
• Use professional communication skills when writing and speaking with clients and other departments.
• Speak in front of clients and various departments with clarity and confidence.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, detailed, and multitasking skills.
• Treat all associates and guests in a respectful manner.
• Must have exceptional grooming standards that are consistent with company guidelines including apparel and footwear.
• Be willing to work an event for at least 3/4 th of the event time.
• Must be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to work outdoors in various weather temperatures.

Responsabilidades

• Receive, review, and respond to all inquiries for special events and weddings.
• Convert prospective clients into committed customers through on-site visits/meetings, property tours and proactive communication.
• Responsible for initial deposit, progress payments, and final payments as outlined in the contract and per standard operating procedures.
• Assist in the selling/planning of other departments’ events, as needed, and directed by the Director of Sales and Special Events.
• Manage clients by providing the highest level of service and integrity.
• Attend sales meetings and weekly banquet event order meetings.
• Maintain positive and productive relationships with internal departments and operations.
• Develop and distribute all communications related to the planning and execution of group functions, including but not limited to banquet event orders (BEO’s) and room sets according to the established guidelines.
• Participate in rehearsals, weddings, and events.
• Provide the results of the wedding surveys to management.
• Assist with training new coordinators and administrative assistants.
• Any other tasks as assigned by your Manager.
• Understand and adhere to the Ponte values, safety, and service standards.
• Understand and adhere to environmental standards set by the winery.

Conocimientos

Wedding sales

Event coordination

Hospitality sales

Negotiation

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Time management

Communication

Public speaking

Herramientas

TripleSeat

WebRez

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Ponte Family Estate Winery in Temecula, CA is seeking a Weddings & Events Coordinator II to manage weddings and events from inquiry to execution, ensuring guests' expectations are exceeded.

You will convert inquiries to bookings, coordinate site tours, deposits, and final payments, and collaborate with Sales and Operations to deliver flawless experiences for clients while maintaining Ponte's service standards.