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The Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis is looking for an Event Sales Manager who shares a passion for excellence and who infuses enthusiasm into everything they do. You will secure and service Corporate and Social Catering Business, through active and effective promotion, networking, solicitation, and prospecting, while maintaining Four Seasons standards and maximizing revenue/profit potential.
Job Responsibility:
Respond to inquiries and actively solicit new business with the intention of confirming profitable catering business and achieving Monthly Production Goals
Uncover clients’ implied needs and wishes and create highly customized proposals accordingly
Create and conduct memorable site inspection experiences
Entertain wedding and social tastemakers on a regular basis
Coordinate the sales efforts between sales and catering departments to ensure proper utilization of function space to yield maximum revenues
Plan and/or attend and/or participate in meetings with hotel staff and clients
Finalize the requirements of confirmed bookings while maximizing revenue potential through creative upselling and ensuring effective communication
Supervise the execution of banquet events
Ensure clients’ satisfaction during events
Keep Director of Events promptly and fully informed of all potential problems or unusual matters
Comply with Four Seasons standards for sales and marketing
Comply with Four Seasons Category One and Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct
Requirements:
2-3 years previous experience in a similar role
Solid selling and interpersonal skills
Energy and commitment to meet and exceed personal goals
Proven track record in pursuing, evaluating soliciting, selling and confirming business
Strong command of the English language
Legal work authorization in the United States
Nice to have:
Experience with South Asian wedding market
What we offer:
Affordable medical, dental, vision & life insurances with only a 30-day waiting period
401(k) Retirement Plan
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts