Events Executive

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for all wedding, catering and group sales in the hotel, from booking events to their execution

Assist Director of Sales & Distribution to prepare departmental budget and forecasts, operating within set parameters, ensure effective cost control

To establish and maintain rapport with clients, prior to, throughout and post-conference, exceeding their expectations and encouraging repeat business.

Conduct site inspections and sales activities as required.

To work closely with the Director of Sales & Distribution to prepare monthly forecasts

To develop the annual business and marketing plan for the department

Achieves Wedding, Banquet and Catering budgeted set out in the yearly business plan for the hotel.

Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education of Diploma in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel Management or relevant discipline

Minimum of 2 years sales experience in a similar capacity, preferably in the hospitality, events, catering or related industry.