Renaissance Savory Hotel
Event Planning Manager
Renaissance Savory Hotel, New York, New York, United States,
We are seeking an experienced F&B Manager to join our team at the Renaissance Savory Hotel. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual with a passion for excellence and a proven track record of success in the hospitality industry.
· Comprehensive knowledge of market position, banquet and food and beverage revenues, pricing and rate structures, sales strategies, yield management, booking trends, and future hotel planning.· Work closely with clients to develop all details of all banquet functions.· Be fully knowledgeable of competitive markets outside the area.· Be fully knowledgeable of the capabilities and limitations of the hotel and departments that may impact sales strategies· Follow Sales policies and procedures as developed in the annual Marketing plan· Make personal sales calls· Conduct site tours for potential clients· Maintain professionalism in problem situations.· Maintain detailed records of discussions with guest, including all meeting setups, food and beverage, etc.· Upsell to improve revenue generation on property.· Attend trade shows, industry and local events that create opportunities for networking· Achieve budgeted revenues and expenses and maximize profitability related to the sales department.· Maintain correct procedures for credit control, financial transactions, and security of financial assets.· Respond and resolve guest requests, complaints, or questions in a courteous and timely manner.Ability to accurately use various office and sales software.
Requirements
· Must have a comprehensive knowledge of all hotel departments and functions.· Must have a comprehensive knowledge of applicable Federal, state, and local health, safety, and legal regulations.· Must 2 years of management experience in hotel event planning· Ability to timely obtain any required licenses or certificates, as needed· Occasional travel required.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
· Comprehensive knowledge of market position, banquet and food and beverage revenues, pricing and rate structures, sales strategies, yield management, booking trends, and future hotel planning.· Work closely with clients to develop all details of all banquet functions.· Be fully knowledgeable of competitive markets outside the area.· Be fully knowledgeable of the capabilities and limitations of the hotel and departments that may impact sales strategies· Follow Sales policies and procedures as developed in the annual Marketing plan· Make personal sales calls· Conduct site tours for potential clients· Maintain professionalism in problem situations.· Maintain detailed records of discussions with guest, including all meeting setups, food and beverage, etc.· Upsell to improve revenue generation on property.· Attend trade shows, industry and local events that create opportunities for networking· Achieve budgeted revenues and expenses and maximize profitability related to the sales department.· Maintain correct procedures for credit control, financial transactions, and security of financial assets.· Respond and resolve guest requests, complaints, or questions in a courteous and timely manner.Ability to accurately use various office and sales software.
Requirements
· Must have a comprehensive knowledge of all hotel departments and functions.· Must have a comprehensive knowledge of applicable Federal, state, and local health, safety, and legal regulations.· Must 2 years of management experience in hotel event planning· Ability to timely obtain any required licenses or certificates, as needed· Occasional travel required.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.