Groups & Event Sales Manager | Aloft Abu Dhabi

Responsibilities

• Manage sales efforts for the hotel including local corporate and social catering
• Identify, qualify and solicit new catering business to achieve revenue goals
• Negotiate contracts and close the best opportunities based on market conditions
• Design, develop and sell creative catered events
• Maximize revenue by upselling packages and food and beverage
• Manage catering sales revenue and operation budgets, and provide forecasting reports
• Develop menus that drive sales
• Coordinate with sales channels, kitchen, vendors and other hotel departments

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years sales, marketing, guest services or front desk experience
• Or a 2-year degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or Hotel and Restaurant Management

Benefits

• Bonus eligible

About the Company

Aloft is a Marriott International hotel brand focused on modern design and connection for guests.