Company Overview
The Langham, Boston blends the legendary hospitality of the original Langham grand hotel with the classic architectural elegance of Boston's former Federal Reserve Bank building.
A tranquil haven of luxury in the center of Massachusetts' economic and cultural heartland, The Langham Hotel Boston is assuredly among the city's finest hotels.
Here you experience The Langham Hotel Boston's hallmark 'service with poise', and sublime comfort in rich, graceful surroundings.
Job Description
The purpose of the Social Catering Sales Manager is to contribute to the Catering Department selling process in order to achieve or exceed the catering budget with regards to social events, i.e. weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, showers, etc.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Meet or exceed budgeted social catering revenue goals
-Prepare annual smart goals with the Director of Catering
-Prepare and maintain picture books and presentations of social events to use as selling tools
-Liaise with party planners and vendors to prospect for social events; attend off-site wedding shows
-Build and maintain positive relationships with competitive set
-Prepare banquet event orders and contracts
-Maximize revenues through up-selling techniques
-Communicate all details of social events to related departments
-Participate in industry related associations
-Professional presentation and grooming in conjunction with hotel grooming standards is required
-Must be able to work a flexible schedule (weekends included)
Job Requirements
-College degree preferred
-2-3 years social sales experience in an upscale hotel/venue
-Knowledge of Delphi, Microsoft Office programs preferred
-Strong communication and presentation skills
-Outgoing, personable, poised and organized