Join our team as a Hotel Sales Manager in the vibrant New Orleans market! KFK Hotels is seeking a candidate who embodies a contagious passion for sales, demonstrating a proven track record of sales success with a commitment to continuous growth.

As part of KFK Hotels, you'll be part of a company dedicated to achieving perfection, with excellence as our ultimate goal. Our team works diligently while embracing a culture that values both hard work and a balanced approach to life. We are seeking individuals who not only seek joy in everyday experiences but are also deeply service-driven. If you are ready to bring your enthusiasm and sales expertise to our dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you!

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Gain understanding of the hotel’s existing and potential client base (this is often affected by the type of hotel, the location and the specific types of business taking place in the hotel’s geographic area)

· Devise new ways to expand the client base through prospecting, marketing and key relationships

· Network with wedding planners and special event planners to increase bookings for these types of events (this is also often done by the Catering Sales Manager or the Event Manager)

· Negotiates, designs and implements special group rates for key accounts

· Acts as a pro-active, quota-carrying prospects accounts, closes deals and maintains relationships

· Establish and develop customer and account management -by applying strong sales skills to create customer value, differentiate our hotel from the competition and bring clear value to customers and the organizations they represent.

· Demonstrate prospecting process. Identify potential customers. Prepare and implement call strategy.

· Use past experience to negotiate and to understand the customer and the business leaders expectations. Adapt to a changing market, and solidify opportunities/prospects.

Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

ACCOUNTABILITY

If it is be, it is up to me.

TREAT PEOPLE WITH RESPECT

We are in the people business and our success will be driven by how we treat our Team Members an Customers with kindness and respect

DO THE RIGHT THING

In every interaction, whether with a customer or team member, we do the Right Thing, even when no one is looking. Our integrity builds respect with those we interface with.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

We constantly look for ways to improve

GREEN IS GOOD!

Achievement & profit are critical growth.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To fulfill this role successfully, you should demonstrate the following minimum qualifications:

· Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree preferred

· Minimum Years of Experience: Minimum of one year of Hotel experience in guest contact areas. Previous sales experience preferred.

· Additional Requirements: Ability to travel on short notice and adaptable to schedule changes.

· Highly professional presentations and oral and written communication skills.

Salary: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

· Job Type: Full-time

· Salary: From $55,000.00 per year

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Sales: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person