Accor Hotels
Executive Meeting Manager
Accor Hotels, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68511
Job Schedule:
Temps CompletJob Type:
CDIBrands:
FAIRMONTJob Category:
Sales & MarketingLocation:
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, Sonoma, United StatesReference:
REF40795AExecutive Meeting Manager
Company Description: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.What is in it for you:Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide, including Fairmont HotelsLearning programs through our AcademiesOpportunity 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 and our Diversity & Inclusion initiativesCompetitive and flexible Health Care Benefit Plans to meet you and your family’s unique needsVacation Benefits after 90 days, 401k match at 100% of first 4% of contributionsJob Description:Passionate about hospitality and events? As Conference Services Manager, you will exceed the guest’s expectations and needs in planning each event ensuring success from beginning to end. Reporting to the Director, Sales & Marketing, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:Guest and Client Service:Consistently offer professional, friendly, and engaging serviceEnsure prompt and courteous service is extended to both internal and external customersMeet clients prior to departure to ensure all details of the contract were delivered and to solicit any future businessSales and Revenue Management:Actively sell guest rooms to small groups, ensuring monthly and quarterly goals are metConsistently meet or exceed team banquet revenue goals on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basisWork closely with the Director of Revenue Management to ensure group rates and availability are quoted in the best interest of the hotelSolicit new business, engage new clients, and rebook existing clientsClient Relationship Management:Maintain positive relationships with all guests, vendors, colleagues, and the global sales networkMaintain strong client relations and ensure that meeting/event specifications are communicated internally and externally, encouraging repeat business.Assist clients in meeting their expectations both conceptually and monetarily while keeping in mind food costs, labor costs, and hotel operationsEvent Planning and Execution:Organize convention bookings from the date of booking to departure, including meeting requirements, guest room requirements, guest room pickup, food & beverage, and audio-visual needsCreate floor plans for each event to ensure banquets and clients agree prior to setup.Conduct pre-conference meetings with clients and pertinent departments to confirm all relevant details are communicatedAttend pre-convention/resume meetings as requiredCommunication and Coordination:Work closely with the Culinary and Front Office teams to communicate group detailsObtain rooming list details and request deposits where applicableCommunicate effectively with all departments and strive for guest feedbackConduct and/or attend daily meetings to review event contracts and ensure last-minute changes are communicated with appropriate departmentsAdministrative and Financial Duties:Maintain accounts, contact, activity, and business details within the appropriate software applicationsInitiate billing procedures, ensuring any deposits and/or credit applications are received with adequate information and within an acceptable time frameOther duties as assignedQualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Previous experience planning and servicing catering events required, preferably in a luxury hotel environmentPrevious experience with Property Management System preferredService focused personality and passion for hospitalityProven ability to build and maintain good relationships with all stakeholdersCommunicate thoughts, actions and opportunities clearly with strong networking skillsResults oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure.Ability to lead by example, believe in a strong team culture and set the scene for high performanceSalary range:
$70,000-$75,000Additional Information:Your team and working environment:Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, an elegant Spanish mission-style Inn, boasts exceptional accommodation in the heart of Wine Country. As one big team, we know that only together we can do amazing things. A community of service professionals coming together with a common purpose to welcome, connect, and serve others.Visa Requirements:
Applicants must be able to provide proof that they are legally able to work in the United States.Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo!
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Temps CompletJob Type:
CDIBrands:
FAIRMONTJob Category:
Sales & MarketingLocation:
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, Sonoma, United StatesReference:
REF40795AExecutive Meeting Manager
Company Description: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.What is in it for you:Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide, including Fairmont HotelsLearning programs through our AcademiesOpportunity 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 and our Diversity & Inclusion initiativesCompetitive and flexible Health Care Benefit Plans to meet you and your family’s unique needsVacation Benefits after 90 days, 401k match at 100% of first 4% of contributionsJob Description:Passionate about hospitality and events? As Conference Services Manager, you will exceed the guest’s expectations and needs in planning each event ensuring success from beginning to end. Reporting to the Director, Sales & Marketing, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:Guest and Client Service:Consistently offer professional, friendly, and engaging serviceEnsure prompt and courteous service is extended to both internal and external customersMeet clients prior to departure to ensure all details of the contract were delivered and to solicit any future businessSales and Revenue Management:Actively sell guest rooms to small groups, ensuring monthly and quarterly goals are metConsistently meet or exceed team banquet revenue goals on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basisWork closely with the Director of Revenue Management to ensure group rates and availability are quoted in the best interest of the hotelSolicit new business, engage new clients, and rebook existing clientsClient Relationship Management:Maintain positive relationships with all guests, vendors, colleagues, and the global sales networkMaintain strong client relations and ensure that meeting/event specifications are communicated internally and externally, encouraging repeat business.Assist clients in meeting their expectations both conceptually and monetarily while keeping in mind food costs, labor costs, and hotel operationsEvent Planning and Execution:Organize convention bookings from the date of booking to departure, including meeting requirements, guest room requirements, guest room pickup, food & beverage, and audio-visual needsCreate floor plans for each event to ensure banquets and clients agree prior to setup.Conduct pre-conference meetings with clients and pertinent departments to confirm all relevant details are communicatedAttend pre-convention/resume meetings as requiredCommunication and Coordination:Work closely with the Culinary and Front Office teams to communicate group detailsObtain rooming list details and request deposits where applicableCommunicate effectively with all departments and strive for guest feedbackConduct and/or attend daily meetings to review event contracts and ensure last-minute changes are communicated with appropriate departmentsAdministrative and Financial Duties:Maintain accounts, contact, activity, and business details within the appropriate software applicationsInitiate billing procedures, ensuring any deposits and/or credit applications are received with adequate information and within an acceptable time frameOther duties as assignedQualifications:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Previous experience planning and servicing catering events required, preferably in a luxury hotel environmentPrevious experience with Property Management System preferredService focused personality and passion for hospitalityProven ability to build and maintain good relationships with all stakeholdersCommunicate thoughts, actions and opportunities clearly with strong networking skillsResults oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure.Ability to lead by example, believe in a strong team culture and set the scene for high performanceSalary range:
$70,000-$75,000Additional Information:Your team and working environment:Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, an elegant Spanish mission-style Inn, boasts exceptional accommodation in the heart of Wine Country. As one big team, we know that only together we can do amazing things. A community of service professionals coming together with a common purpose to welcome, connect, and serve others.Visa Requirements:
Applicants must be able to provide proof that they are legally able to work in the United States.Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo!
#BELIMITLESS
#J-18808-Ljbffr