SpringHill Suites Austin Parmer/Tech Ridge - Area Catering Sales Manager OEM at Aimbridge Hospitality – Austin, Texas

SpringHill Suites Austin Parmer/Tech Ridge - Area Catering Sales Manager OEM

Join our team as an Area Catering Sales Manager!

As our Area Catering Sales Manager, youll help hotels hit their catering and banquet goals by winning new business, wowing clients, and working closely with our sales leaders. Whether its Social, Corporate, Business, or SMERF events, youre the go-to for bringing in great groups and making every occasion a success!

This position is an overtime eligible manager (OEM),overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.

KEY SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Goal-Getter Gurus Crush those assigned sales and revenue goals (and yes, solicitation call goals, too)! Every call counts, every target mattersbring in the wins and watch those numbers soar.
• Sales Tour Trailblazers Proactively reach out with solicitation calls, wow clients with engaging sales tours, and entertain guests like a prowhether its Social, Corporate, Business, or SMERF segments, youre always ready to make connections that count!
• Relationship Builders Extraordinaire Deepen bonds with assigned accounts in Leisure, SMERF, Business Travel (BT), and Groups. Youre all about nurturing existing relationships and making sure clients keep coming back for more.
• Trend Spotting Specialists Keep your finger on the pulse of market segment trends. Analyze, evaluate, and adapt your strategies so youre always ahead of the curve, ready to seize every opportunity!
• Community & Team Champions Approach every encounter with guests and teammates with a friendly, attentive, and service-driven attitude. Stay visible in the local community and industry organizations, tackle meetings and special projects with energy, and always be ready to jump in where neededbecause teamwork and hospitality are what set you apart!

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent required; previous Catering Sales experience preferred.
• Demonstrated creativity and knowledge of food and beverage; strong professional selling and communication skills to negotiate and influence clients and colleagues.
• Valid drivers license for the applicable state; proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer use.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and deliver organized, engaging presentations.

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

PROPERTY INFORMATION:

A top choice among hotels in north Austin, were located just off I-35 on Parmer Lane, 15 minutes from downtown Austin. As a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence award winner, we show every guest what true Texan hospitality is. Our guests enjoy a free breakfast buffet every morning including classic American items and healthy favorites such as hearty oatmeal and fresh fruit. Designed for comfort, our suites have separate living areas with flat-screen TVs, microwaves and mini-fridges and 25% more space than average hotel rooms. Business travelers appreciate our hotels free property-wide WiFi and easy access to the nearby offices of Dell, Samsung, TCEQ and Yodle. Here for a weekend getaway? Were just 10 minutes from the Domain and a quick drive from downtown Austin, 6th Street and Zilker Park.

Application deadline for Colorado positions: