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Event Manager - Franchised - Military Veterans

at Marriott International

Additional Information
Job Number24181780
Job CategoryEvent Management
LocationSheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort, 650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, Hawaii, United States, 96746VIEW ON MAP
ScheduleFull Time
Located Remotely?N
Position Type Management

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotels employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Job Summary

Are you a dynamic and driven sales professional with a passion for creating unforgettable events? We are currently seeking an Event Sales Manager to join our team. In this role, you will use your creativity and sales skills to drive revenue by booking and managing events, from weddings to corporate conferences. The primary focus is to sell Banquet Food and Beverage with other responsibilities including menu planning, agenda setting and hotel meeting services. Other duties will include reviewing contracts and facilitating communication before, during and post event with hotel staff to ensure a high level of service. The Event Sales Manager will also contribute to site inspections, maintaining strong customer relationships and working as a team member with the sales and catering staff. The ideal candidate is a natural communicator with a proven track record of sales success and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and are looking to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Lucrative incentive plan and competitive salary offered!

Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality, or related field and/or 2+ years of hotel sales experience
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of event planning and logistics
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM software
- 1 year food and beverage experience
- Confident and professional appearance
- Proactive sales approach, assertive and fast paced, driven to succeed
- Understanding of market segment, competitors strengths, weaknesses, economic trends, supply and demand
- Time management skills
- Being able to work on multiple projects with desired outcome for each
- Creativity in designing events
Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the companys heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.
In keeping with the companys heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.
Benefits:
- Blue Cross, Blue Shield (HMSA) Medical Coverage
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- Free Maintenance Medications
- Pet Insurance
- Hotel Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
- 401K Match
Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. Its less of a job, more of a calling. Its part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.
Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.
EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation
The salary range for this position is $60,000to $75,000 annually.

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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