Sales And Events Manager
- Full-Time
- Chicago, IL
- The Palm Chicago
- Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
The Palm has an excellent opportunity for individuals that have a true passion for food and an unrelenting drive to provide exceptional guest service and hospitality
Sales and Events Manager - Chicago, IL
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for all catered functions from organization to execution, including delegation of responsibilities
- Work closely with sales managers and coordinators to generate new business and maintain contact with present accounts
- Ensures excellence in guest satisfaction through effective training of staff, commitment to a “Do Whatever It Takes” attitude” and a hands-on, lead by example management style.
- Identify qualifying business potential, closing business, overcoming objections, negotiating, upselling and understanding the client’s needs through Features-Adjectives-Benefits selling
- Manage business on the books successfully and work pipeline of Inquiries, Prospects, Tentative and Definite bookings
- Work local Key Influencers including Hotels, Convention & Visitor Bureaus, Chambers, Retail Outlets, Office Buildings and Condo/Apartment buildings
- Conduct client visits that are targeted and meaningful to build private dining sales
Requirements:
- At least 3 years previous sales experience in a restaurant and hotel operation
- Ability to write business correspondences and set up contracts and function sheets
- Ability to professionally present promotional materials to prospective customers, and to effectively communicate and coordinate with catering, kitchen staff, and outside vendors
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts for guest catering contracts
- Ability to communicate with guests and employees using a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to and understand request, respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate information
- Stable and progressive work history; Strong work ethic
Benefits:
- Extensive and well-rounded training program
- Continued career development and growth opportunities
- Discount Dining and Retail Program
- Management Referral Bonus Program
- Medical, dental and vision, Flexible Spending Account, 401(k), paid vacation and more
EOE
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Address
323 East Wacker DriveCity
ChicagoState
IllinoisZipCode
60601Auto req ID
99004BR