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Event Sales Manager

New York, New York, United States · On-site

$70k–$80k/yr

Mid level

Compensation TypeYearly Highgate Hotels Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels span…

Skills: Event Planning, Catering Management, Revenue Maximization, Client Relationship Management, Upselling

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Event Sales Manager

The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection

New York, New York, United States • On-site

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  • $70k–$80k/yr
  • Full-time
  • high school
  • Posted 16d ago
  • Apply by Jul 17
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Event Sales Manager oversees the planning and execution of catering and convention events to meet food and beverage revenue goals. They are responsible for managing client relationships, coordinating group assignments, and ensuring seamless communication across hotel departments.

Requirements

A high school diploma is required, with 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in the hotel or a related field preferred. Candidates must possess strong computer skills and the flexibility to work long hours as needed.

Full job description

Compensation Type

Yearly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America.

 

With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value.

 

With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com

Overview

The Event Sales Manager will be responsible for the management of all aspects and functions of the Convention Services Department in accordance with Hotel standards. Coordinates arrangements and details for clients' functions. Directs, implements and maintains a management philosophy that serves as a guide to Convention Services staff.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the planning and execution of flawless catering and convention events while building, maintaining, and growing relationships with customers and accounts to meet and/or exceed food and beverage revenue goals.
  • Oversee client functions to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Manage, coordinate and execute group assignments turned over by the Sales Department.
  • Monitor all contractual agreements pertaining to meeting space, food and beverage and special concession.
  • Responsible for maximizing food and beverage revenues through upselling.
  • Effectively communicate to all hotel departments the information necessary to successfully execute the group’s needs while maintaining a good client relationship.
  • Maintain strong client relations and ensure that event specifications are communicated and executed for a successful meeting experience for the meeting planner and attendees.
  • Review sales contract as well as other important information, i.e., room block, cut-off date, special concessions and attrition clauses
  • Monitor and enforce program deadline dates and work with client to release meeting space not needed to maximize hotel revenues.
  • Produce and distribute banquet event orders, diagrams an event resumes.
  • Effectively communicate any changes to resort departments.
  • Accurately forecast group food and beverage revenues for assigned groups and affiliate business within a 5% variance.
  • Partner with Group Reservations Coordinator to assure suite blocks, special room concessions, special rates, etc. are implemented per the sales agreement.
  • Participate in site visits and planning meetings for upcoming groups.
  • Verify deposit due dates and billing at point of turnover, to include following up on status and payment of deposits, billing type and appropriate contact updating information as necessary until departure.
  • Participate in Pre/Post-Convention meetings and review bill with client.
  • Other duties as required/assigned

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent required and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
  • At least 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
  • College course work in related field helpful.
  • Strong computer knowledge/skills required.
  • Schedule flexibility required with some long hours possible.
  • Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees, guests and vendors in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
  • Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.

Related keywords

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About The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection

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The Legendary Algonquin Hotel in New York City.

Industry
Hospitality
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1902
Headquarters
New York, New York
LinkedIn followers
740

A long-standing symbol of classic style and seductive eccentricity, The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection is an endless source of inspiration. Designated a New York City Historic Landmark, our doors opened in 1902. Tucked away on a quiet block, in the center of it all; step off of Manhattan's West 44th Street and into our hotel, where an intimate yet lively lobby welcomes guests. At the Blue Bar Restaurant & Lounge, sip an expertly prepared martini with classic food and cocktail menus inspired by our infamous Round Table regulars and eavesdrop on Theatre District gossip. A wealth of iconic New York City attractions are nearby, including Radio City Music Hall, 5th Avenue Shopping, the Empire State Building and Central Park. Touch base with our Resident Feline Concierge, Hamlet VIII, for his guidance. Whatever brings you here, we know you'll return for years to come to experience the enduring charm and unconventional legacy of The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection.

Offices: 59 West 44th Street, New York, New York 10036, US

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About The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection

LinkedInVisit site

The Legendary Algonquin Hotel in New York City.

Industry
Hospitality
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1902
Headquarters
New York, New York
LinkedIn followers
740

A long-standing symbol of classic style and seductive eccentricity, The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection is an endless source of inspiration. Designated a New York City Historic Landmark, our doors opened in 1902. Tucked away on a quiet block, in the center of it all; step off of Manhattan's West 44th Street and into our hotel, where an intimate yet lively lobby welcomes guests. At the Blue Bar Restaurant & Lounge, sip an expertly prepared martini with classic food and cocktail menus inspired by our infamous Round Table regulars and eavesdrop on Theatre District gossip. A wealth of iconic New York City attractions are nearby, including Radio City Music Hall, 5th Avenue Shopping, the Empire State Building and Central Park. Touch base with our Resident Feline Concierge, Hamlet VIII, for his guidance. Whatever brings you here, we know you'll return for years to come to experience the enduring charm and unconventional legacy of The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection.

Offices: 59 West 44th Street, New York, New York 10036, US

View all jobs at The Algonquin Hotel Times Square, Autograph Collection

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