Event Sales Specialist

What you get to do:

• Receive qualified sales leads for groups from third parties/DMC’s
• Maintain an individual booking goal and contribute to the team booking goal for catering sales contributions
• Conduct site inspections with clients as needed
• Make sales calls to stay top of mind in the market
• Create/update sales presentations and maintain pricing and information to keep proposals current
• Act as back-up support for Event Sales Team members
• Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

• Have a Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience in related field such as hospitality sales or event planning
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess strong customer service and support skills
• Have the ability to work independently with little supervision at times
• Be highly organized and able to balance multiple competing priorities
• Be proficient in computer programs including Microsoft Office
• Have knowledge of website maintenance and social media applications
• Be at least 18 years old
• Have a valid state driver’s license
• Demonstrate the ability to make solid decisions under pressure with limited information
• Possess strong sales presentation skills
• Be able to lift at least 50 lbs
• Be available to work varying shifts/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays
• Experience with catering sales or theme park Event Sales preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or Event Management preferred
• 3-5 years of combined education and industry experience preferred
• Experience dealing with decision makers in the sales process preferred