Description:
This is not your typical career opportunity. At Thompson Seattle, a member of the Hyatt collection, we believe our team members can thrive in an empowered, supportive, creative and energetic environment. We’re looking for an individual who embodies the luxury lifestyle experience. An ideal Thompson team member has a passion for creating unique experiences, that can quickly perpetuate a culture of great design and superlative service, with a sharp sense of humor. This candidate will have a passion for exceptional hotel service and who can express that belief in an atmosphere of spontaneity and authenticity. The Thompson Seattle team works in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment, a supportive work environment, or a daily belly-laugh, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.
This is not your typical career opportunity. At Thompson Seattle, a member of the Hyatt collection, we believe our team members can thrive in an empowered, supportive, creative and energetic environment. We’re looking for an individual who embodies the luxury lifestyle experience. An ideal Thompson team member has a passion for creating unique experiences, that can quickly perpetuate a culture of great design and superlative service, with a sharp sense of humor. This candidate will have a passion for exceptional hotel service and who can express that belief in an atmosphere of spontaneity and authenticity. The Thompson Seattle team works in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment, a supportive work environment, or a daily belly-laugh, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.
The Sales & Event Manager is a fully competent individual who has experience in the sales & planning process and function of a hotel. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: selling & servicing guest room blocks, meeting space, large party VIP food & beverage outlet reservations,and other Hyatt services to customer groups; managing accounts, room blocks and pick up, billing instructions and final review; conducting site inspections, and prospecting to generate new business. Duties also include preparing and presenting effective proposals, maintaining well organized documentation and reports, utilizing Hyatt systems to coordinate customer service requirements as appropriate. The Sales& EventManager also works as a team member with the sales,cateringand outletsstaff to in close contact with assigned Administrative Assistant and other support staff.
At Thompson Seattle, high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture.
Benefits available with this position include:
Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance (Full-Time) after 30 days of employment
401k & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
Basic Life Insurance
Short term disability insurance
New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance
Compassionate Leave
Paid Time Off:
Thompson Seattle colleagues begin accruing Vacation Time on their first day of service. At six months of service, colleagues are vested in the time they have been accruing. Full Time & Part Time Colleagues are eligible for vacation time.
Hire Date Through Four Years 10 Days or 80 hours
Five to Nine Years 15 Days or 120 hours
10 years or greater 20 Days or 160 hours
Sick Leave:
Full time, part time and on-call colleagues accrue and have the right to utilize sick and safe time according to Seattle s Paid Sick and Safe Time Ordinance. As a Tier Three employer all colleagues accrue one (1) hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked starting on their hire date, however, these colleagues cannot use their accrued sick time until they have completed 90-days of employment with Hyatt
Extended Illness Days: unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year
Holiday Pay:
Full-time colleagues are eligible for holiday pay on their first day of employment. The paid holidays for eligible colleagues recognized by our hotel are: New Year s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and 2 pre-approved days for Floating Holidays.
Additional perks may include:
Colleague Discounted Rates as of the 1st day of employment
Complimentary Room Nights for full-time and part-time positions after 90 days of employment
Flexible Spending Account
Subsidized ORCA Pass or free parking at Laz parking garage
Tuition Reimbursement of $1,000.00 per calendar year
Cellphone Reimbursement
Complimentary Dry Cleaning
Employee Assistance Program
Relocation assistance
Wage Information
Salaried managers: The starting salary for this position is $68,000.00 which is applicable for the first year of employment. The entire range for the position is $66,100.00 to $95,700.00. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, including experience, qualifications and education.
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment·Refined verbal and written communication skills·Must be proficient in general computer knowledge·Candidates should be extremely detail oriented and organized·Prefer selling, negotiating, business writing and presentation skills training·Prefer 1-2 years hotel sales and events experience or completed Corporate Management trainee programPrimary Location: US-WA-Seattle
Organization: Thompson Seattle
Pay Basis: Yearly
Job Level: Full-time
Job: Sales
Req ID: SEA004818
Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.