Sales & Catering Assistant

We are looking for a Sales Assistant that has experience specifically in hotels. If you have IHG brand or Opera experience it is preferred. Schedule flexibility is a necessity. Has to be available to work holidays and weekends. Please see below for the job description. If you you fit these requirements, attach your resume. We will reach out to you if we are interested in you as a candidate. Physical Requirements:Normal office environment. Position requires sitting, stooping, bending and lifting of up to 20 lbs. Working hours:Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day but may vary during special events and when full occupancy occurs. Schedule will be dictated by Sales Manager. Position may require evening and weekend hours. Job Duties: · Responsible for the inside sales effort and administrative duties associated with the daily operation of the sales office. · Respond to incoming calls and inquiries, servicing them, or directing them to the appropriate sales person. · Assist local accounts with direct bill reservations. · Prepare weekly BEO's for designated departments. · Prepare house accounts and billing for all incoming functions. · Prepare daily reader board schedules. · Maintain up to date filling system and trace system for all accounts. · Conduct site tours. · Assist Sales Manager as needed. · Follow the CVB Leads and respond as necessary. · Follow company policies in regard to all processes associated with banquet bookings, group bookings, contracts, and deposits. · Maintain promotional information for Displays. · Handle all group reservation inquiries, coordinating information with the Front Desk Manager and staff. · Negotiate corporate and group rates for such accounts, process all related contracts and traces. · Ensure standards are met regarding the sale of guest rooms and meeting space. · Other duties as assigned or as business and demand dictates. Qualifications and Skills needed: · Position requires high school diploma or equivalent · Sales and Catering experience preferred. · Proficiency in Windows, MS Word, Excel and MS Outlook. · 10-key by touch and typing of at least 40 wpm. · Excellent written and communication skills. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee discount • Health insurance • Life insurance • Vision insurance Schedule: • 8 hour shift Work Location: In person