Event and Sales Assistant Job in Sarasota, FL

Job Summary: Assists Group Sales and Front Desk with reservations and occupancy of the conference center, and Inn. Represents Company in a positive manner, adhering to standards Dutchman Hospitality Group upholds in speech, appearance and conduct.

Essential Duties:

Conveys comprehensive knowledge of Inn, company and area as a whole.
Assists with motor coach tours and other groups; may include greeting groups arriving and departing.
Assists with servicing existing and new accounts to ensure repeat business.
Assists with tours of the Inn facilities and accommodations for potential clients.
Assists with set up, tear down and additional needs in conference center.
Assists with hosting groups and events in accordance with needs.
Performs "baseline maintenance" of conference center. Such as preparing the rooms for the next event, replenishing supplies and handling technical/AV needs.
Performs the Front Desk Associate role, providing front desk support as needed.
Maintains professional environment in dialogue and interactions with associates.
Evinces clean, professional appearance; conforms to administered dress code.
Undertakes any additional duties as assigned by the Group Sales Coordinator or General Manager.

Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in math.
Ability to comprehend and execute instructions from guests and management.
Understanding of proper phone and email etiquette.

Requirements:

High-level organizational skills.
Time-management skills.
Ability to listen attentively to others.
Satisfactory understanding of the hospitality industry.
Excellent customer service skills; outgoing disposition.
Efficiency in utilizing computer and software systems.
Flexibility to work irregular hours and assist as needed to accommodate group needs.
Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary.

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