Join us as we open the Norman, OK, Embassy Suites, scheduled to open Fall 2008. Career opportunity with company that owns over 70 upscale hotels. We offer excellent base pay with a lucrative commission incentive program that pays out quarterly!
Someone who enjoys a property that aggressively sells social and other catering functions.
A person who enjoys creatively developing innovative catering functions.
An individual who enjoys selling a property that professionally services groups.
Someone who wants to join a very progressive company.
An individual looking for promotion.
People who enjoy working at a property that takes an active role in the community.
Scope of this Position
In preparing for this position, candidate ideally will have worked in at least the following departments or positions: Catering, Sales, Customer Service
Position will be required to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, and week-ends.
Job Requirements
Must be a citizen of this country or possess a valid work permit.
Technical Requirements:
Maintain or exceed budgeted sales and profits in all catering areas.
Experience evaluating each piece of catering business to ensure business can be properly serviced.
Re-book business before they leave.
Optimize room rental charges.
Maintain close client relationships with in-house groups.
Actively participate in community/civic activities to maintain awareness within community and to create booking opportunities.
Maintain ongoing training program for Catering and Banquet staffs.
Managerial Requirements:
Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to sell concepts and ideas to management, peers, and employees.
Track record promoting an atmosphere of teamwork.
Use a "hands-on" approach to management.
Experience communicating, training, and managing multi-lingual staffs.
Instill a guest service attitude in all employees.
Instill a "can-do" attitude in employees.
Instill a calm, organized approach in all situations.
Business Skills:
Strong technical skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Good knowledge of computers.
Strong customer service orientation and skills.
Excellent listening skills.
Exceptional detail in follow-up.
Follow/enforce company policies and procedures.
Excellent safety and sanitation skills.
Understand security requirements.
Ability to create, develop, and make formal presentations using audio/visual aids.
Create courteous, friendly, professional work environment.
Creative problem solving skills.
Ability to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action.
Teach suggestive selling techniques.
Educational Requirements:
High School degree or equivalent.
Compensation
Salary
Highly Competitive
Bonus
payable quarterly
Relocation
We will pay relocation costs as agreed upon at time of hiring
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Yes
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Vision Insurance
Matching 401-k
Company Hotel Travel Discounts
EOE/AA
Excellent base pay with a lucrative commission incentive program that pays out quarterly!
Conveniently located within minutes of the University of Oklahoma, downtown Oklahoma City, Will Rogers World Airport, and Tinker AFB.
Each spacious two-room suite includes a separate bedroom and living room. A gueen sized sleeper sofa, a well-lit dining and work area make it easy for guests to work or relax. Guest stays include a complimentary cooked to order breakfast and nightly Manager's reception.
Enjoy a meal in the University Sports Grill, a drink in our lobby lounge, or enjoy a meeting one of the 17 beautifully appointed meeting rooms.
Our ballroom at 28,800 sq ft is only a portion of our 80,000 sq ft of flexible meeting space.
Our professional staff of event planners bring together beautiful facilities, catering, and audio-visual services for every event.
Why People Like to Work for Us
The nicest hotel in town.
Excellent training.
Promotional opportunities for both hourly and management employees.
State of the art equipment and tools to enable you to do your job.
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