What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Sales Coordinator position at Hilton Garden Inn/Homewood Suites Airport?
The Event Sales Coordinator works with the Director of sales and other property management to assist with a variety of clerical and administrative duties.
Function
Duties include event planning, answering the telephone, handling event/group questions or concerns, scheduling appointments, taking payment, touring guest around the property, and local sales calls. Duties also include assisting in the sales for the hotel, marketing and selling guest rooms, meeting space, room blocks, and other services offered by the property.
The position will also assist other property managers in their workload and may be asked to assist the operations department during high traffic times.
Customer Relations
Interacting with potential patrons is a key duty for the position. When the Director Of Sales is busy or out of office, the sales assistant will handle customer phone calls, emails, sending rental information and marketing material, and act as liaison between the Director Of Sales and the customer.
Skills
Sales Assistants must be detail oriented, present competent verbal and written communication skills, have organizational & problem solving skills, and an ability to work independently. The position requires proficiency with computers, the ability to send emails, edit and file documents, and engage in data entry.
Conditions
The Sales Assistant role spends the majority of the time in the office environment of the hotel in order to perform clerical duties. Attending events, meetings, and other property functions may also be required. Some travel will be required, therefore a reliable form of transportation is highly recommended.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Employee Discounts, Health Insurance, 401K PlanSalary : $15 - $20