Catering Sales Executive

Company: Treasure Island Resort & Casino
Location: Eau Claire
Posted on: April 30, 2021

Job Description:

SUMMARY: To increase revenue by selling banquet / event facilities and coordinate event logistics to ensure a successful client event. Responsible for a high level of guest service as described in your departments guest service standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
? Collaborate with internal departments and clients coordinating hotel rooms, menu planning, agenda setting, amenities, event space / AV set-up, special requests and other event logistics
? Communicate and enforce contractual agreements
? Review client invoices ensuring accuracy
? Maintain accurate, concise and up-to-date Event Orders and rooming lists so internal departments have correct information
? Complete prospecting calls, contact leads, make presentations and submit proposals for event opportunities to sell the hotel, meeting facilities, the casino and its amenities and organize / conduct client site visits
? Greet clients as they arrive to ensure satisfaction with event set-up and follow-up post event to get feedback
? Coordinate, set-up and attend industry-related trade shows and events

KNOWLEDGE AND CERTIFICATION, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge and Certification
Required:
? High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
? 3 years Catering Sales experience preferably in a similar type property
? Valid class “D” vehicle operator’s license

Preferred:
? Hospitality Bachelor’s degree

Skills
Required:
? Accurate and detail-oriented
? Highly organized and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
? Strong computer skills Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Windows including catering sales application software
? Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Abilities
Required:
? Ability to follow established dress code policies and practice good personal hygiene
? Ability to interact with guests, coworkers and management in a professional and courteous manner
? Ability to serve both internal and external customers
? Ability to enthusiastically and professionally sell and up-sell property and it amenities
? Ability to speak in a clear, concise and pleasant voice

Keywords: Treasure Island Resort & Casino, Eau Claire , Catering Sales Executive, Other , Eau Claire, Wisconsin