Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Event Sales Manager ID 2024-10029 Position Type Regular Full-Time Property Description

Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel is a boutique hotel that offers a unique and inviting experience for both guests and employees alike. As a job applicant, joining the team at The Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new property that is already making waves in the hospitality industry. The hotel boasts modern and stylish accommodations, state-of-the-art facilities, and a commitment to exceptional service that sets it apart from other hotels in the area. As a team member, you will have the chance to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, where creativity and passion are valued. With a supportive and collaborative team culture, The Cottonwood Hotel is an ideal place for job seekers who are looking to be part of something special and make a meaningful impact on the guest experience. Join us and be part of an exciting journey as we create unforgettable moments for our guests.

Overview

The Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel offers a unique experience blending modern luxury with vintage charm. Located in the heart of Blackstone, our hotel is known for its exceptional service, stylish accommodations, and top-notch event spaces. With a strong focus on creating memorable experiences for our guests, we are seeking an energetic, results-driven Event Sales Manager to join our dynamic team.

The Event Sales Manager will be responsible for driving group and event sales, ensuring seamless coordination of meetings, weddings, and other special events. The ideal candidate will have a passion for hospitality, be highly organized, and possess the ability to cultivate strong client relationships while meeting sales goals.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree and/or 2+ years of hotel sales experience.

· 1 year food and beverage experience.

· Strong understanding of negotiation and interpretation of contracts.

· Developed business communication skills, both written and verbal.

· Understanding/knowledge of Microsoft office.

· Confident and professional appearance.

· Proactive sales approach, assertive and fast paced, driven to succeed.

· Execute and support Hotel Customer Service Standards and Hotel’s Brand Standards.

· Understanding of respective market segment, competitor’s strengths, weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand.

· Work well under pressure.

· Time management skills. Being able to work on multiple projects with desired outcome for each.

· Ability to communicate effectively with public and other employees.

· Creativity in designing events.

· Working knowledge of banquet department (sets, AV equipment, scheduling, menu planning).

· Ability to design menus in conjunction with the culinary department to maximize operating profit.

· Experience with major Hospitality Sales CRM system, i.e. Delphi, Daylight and/or brand CRM such as Marriott CI/TY or Starwood ISAC is preferred.

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 CoverageDental & Vision Coverage24/7 Teledoc serviceFree Maintenance MedicationsPet InsuranceHotel DiscountsTuition ReimbursementPaid 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.

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.

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