
Sales and Catering Manager
- Edmonton, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Targeting new business opportunities, specifically in the Corporate market segments.
- Building and maintaining existing relationships.
- Develop and maintain a contact and customer database within the Corporate market segment.
- Develop and promote product image and awareness by direct sales campaigns and attendance at key market related tradeshows and events.
- Prepare sales proposals to clients incorporating clearly defined terms and conditions.
- Establish an effective sales call cycle for key customers, partners and contacts.
- Maintain a clear line of communication on sales commitments to Hotel/Chain Operations.
- Work to achieve agreed goals and objectives.
- Must be able to communicate information and ideas clearly.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to handle everyday situations quickly and effectively.
- Entrepreneurial spirit is a definite asset.
- A minimum of two years' hotel sales experience and an excellent network of contacts are required to succeed in this position.
- Ability to communicate, to support, and connect with hotel property leaders and front-line team members.
- Previous experience as a Catering Manager
- Able to handle high volume, fast paced work environment.
- Able to work within tight deadlines.
- Have a minimum of 2 years as server experience with at least one year in catering/banquet service.
- Research, develop, and secure new corporate business for the Hotel through direct outside & inside Sales efforts.
- Conduct cold calls and prospecting on potential clients.
- Attend industry events and trade shows.
- Prepare proposals and contracts.
- Complete weekly sales reports.
- Assist in the preparation of the Sales & Marketing plan.
- Advise, coordinate and support catering requirements on accounts to facilitate smooth integration of all services towards actualization of planned events.
- Customize client menus and create floor plans for events.
- Overseas and keeps up with budgeted revenues to make sure that these goals are met and surpassed.
- Arrange meetings with support staff to convey special instructions and catering requirements.
- Provide site tours to potential clients.
- Work closely with Banquet and Kitchen Team to ensure client's expectations are met.
- Be organized, efficient and consistently provide excellent service for all events.
- Diploma or Degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management would be an asset.
- Commitment to exceeding guest expectations.
- Computer literate with knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Superior written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to set priorities for self.
- Rewards & Recognition
- Discounted Hotel Stays for Team Members and Family & Friends rates too!
- 25% discount at our restaurants for up to 6 people
- Discounted Passes/Lift tickets at Grouse Mountain and Revelstoke Mountain Resort
- Ongoing Employee events, incentives & recognition
- Growth Opportunities- Career Advancement starts from Within
- Dedicated Training Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)- Free mental Health Support, Legal & Financial Counselling
- Refer a friend or family and earn money!
- Group Life Insurance, Extended Health, Dental, Vision Care!
- Complimentary Stays
- RRSP Matching
- Milestone Rewards
- Tuition Credit Program