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07/03/2018

Sales and Catering Manager

Columbus Hospitality Management

The Sales and Catering Manager is responsible for soliciting and contracting for SMERFE market specializing in Wedding Ceremonies, Receptions and Social Events. This person will detail and assist in executing group events while maximizing revenues and client satisfaction. The Sales and Catering Manager will lead team members in weekly banquet event order meetings as well as work cooperatively with operations and all other departments to ensure the highest level of service. Ideal candidates must have at least 1-3 years of Sales and Catering experience.  Our compensation package includes a competitive salary (commensurate with experience and skills), medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, Life, 401k with match, vacation, PTO after 90 days, dining and travel discounts, special offers from our business partners, and discount programs for selected cell phone providers. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Prospect for and responds to Requests for Proposal and inquiries, and not limited to Wedding Ceremonies, Receptions, and Social Events Negotiates room blocks, room rates, function space, food and beverage prices and hotel services within approved departmental booking guidelines. Confirms in writing to the client and all affected hotel departments all group requirements via group sales and catering contracts and booking recaps/group resumes. Conducts hotel tours and entertains qualified potential clients in accordance with the company and property policies and is always selling the Granville Inn. Executes the planning and coordination of meetings and events, and guest room related activities to ensure the obligations by the hotel and client are met with satisfaction. Acts as liaison between Sales and Catering and Operations Team by disseminating appropriate information as it relates to the meeting and/or event. Assists the Director of Sales in the preparation of the department budget and sales objectives, action plans, and overall strategies of the property. Coordinates with operations manager to ensure groups are properly serviced.  Develops the overall requirements needed to flawlessly sell and execute, and not limited to, SMERFE events. Ability to multi-task multiple meetings and/or events simultaneously and at different planning stages. Identifies operational challenges and/or opportunities related to meeting and/or event and develops seamless solutions. Collects, secures, and processes event deposits and payments. Demonstrates and promotes a safe and secure environment for guests, team members, and hotel assets in compliance with workplace policies and procedures and regulatory requirements. Observes and secures associate compliance with procedures and methods. Participates in hotels Manager on Duty program. Assumes other special activities and responsibilities occasionally as directed. Performs other duties as assigned. Travel: Local and Regional travel is required resulting in overnight trips.  This position requires the successful candidate to have a valid Ohio Driver’s License.  The successful candidate would have to provide proof that s/he has a valid driver’s license upon being hired.   Required Skills and Experience: Knowledge of hospitality industry or related field preferred. Outgoing and enthusiastic personality. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to function in a constantly changing environment. Must be detail oriented. Strong time management skills and ability to multi-task. Must possess creative thinking skills. Well organized with ability to problem solve. Bachelor’s Degree preferred. 1-3 years work experience in catering/event management in the hospitality industry. Previous inn, hotel, or conference center experience preferred. Experience with sales booking systems and property management systems preferred. The Granville Inn is managed by Columbus Hospitality Management, a company committed to providing quality service and memorable guest experiences in a positive and welcoming work environment. We are focused on supporting the needs of our team through our commitment to the family/work life balance and by providing development opportunities. We are proud to be a Drug Free Workplace/EOE.  All applicants will be required to submit to a background check prior to employment. 

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