Are you a driven person with a passion for hospitality? Do you enjoy creating one-of-a kind experiences? Le Meridien St Louis Clayton is looking for a hospitality focused Wedding Sales Manager to join our high-functioning sales team.

With Crescent Hotels & Resorts you have an opportunity to elevate your career and shine bright with a company who cares. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k with company match, free parking and world-wide travel discounts with paid time off to enjoy them!

If you are looking for a place to bring your talents, Le Meridien St Louis Clayton is the place you belong!

JOB OVERVIEW:

A Wedding Sales Manager would be responsible for maintaining relationships and driving revenue through the planning and execution of wedding events at the hotel. The ideal candidate is a relationship builder with strong sales skills and a passion for event planning.

REPORTS TO: Director of Sales & Marketing

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Solicit new business for hotel utilizing proactive selling with a focus on the Wedding Market. Travel locally to promote the hotel and review competition. Represent hotel during wedding tradeshows Conduct all event planning and detailing for events. Coordinate and conduct hotel tours with potential clients. Prepare information for, meet with, and entertain clients as deemed appropriate for maintaining client relationship. Creation of menus and communication with Food & Beverage regarding selection. Maximize hotel revenue using upselling techniques. Maintain professionalism and accuracy in both internal and external communication. Coordinate all event support (flowers, decorations, entertainment, etc.) to clients satisfaction. Physically inspect all function arrangements and meet client day of event. Communicate with banquets if any changes are needed. Maintain knowledge of the hotel’s competitive set and adjust sell strategy accordingly. Any other duties as assigned by the hotel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Exceptional communication skills (oral and written) Attention to detail Minimum one-year experience in St Louis wedding market Basic experience with faith-based life celebrations and kosher events Basic knowledge of hotel operations Knowledge of sales systems (CITY, Cvent, Starcite, Knowland, The Knot) Knowledge of food cost and catering revenue profitability margins Basic knowledge of convention service as backup

 

This is a non-exempt manager position. Salary is based on a 45-hour work week.