The Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills is looking for an energetic and motivated Catering Sales Manager who is looking for a great opportunity that will foster growth within their hospitality career!  The ideal candidate will have experience in total account management within the catering / events sales market.  Through your passion and motivation, you sell memorable experiences to guests who stay in your property.  You are professional and knowledgeable about your property, you build strong relationships and create bonds with your guests.  You are a multi-tasker and are able to work independently, performing a wide range of sales duties to reach your individual and hotel goals.  You communicate well with all contacts, anticipate and resolve issues, and update the team on various projects. One to two years of experience in catering / event sales. Versed in Delphi, Opera and Outlook. Ability to work evenings and weekends.

What’s in it for you:

·Accor is a company that thrives on Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Career Development

·Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide

·Learning programs through our Academies

·Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!

·Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21

 

    What you will be doing:

o     oversee local catering and banquet business booked, reach consistent achievement of sales objectives

o    Specific focus on total catering event management within the local catering market within a variety of other segments.

o    Establish parameters, quotes and negotiate prices and seal contracts

o    Maintain accounts, contact, activity and business details

 

Your experience and skills include:

§  Relevant sales experience is an asset

§  Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

§  Highly responsible & reliable

§  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal required

§  Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities

 

Your team and working environment:

§  Our Sales & Catering team is comprised of members with a true passion and love for hospitality.  We are a group of highly-motivated and enthusiastic individuals that are focused on bringing business and the excitement of our hotel back to pre-COVID times!  Our team thrives on creativity, dedication, and having FUN!

 

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

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