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Job Description
We are currently seeking for passionate and dynamic Catering/Sales professionals who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to our guests.
As an Events Executive you are responsible for the success of the meeting, catering and event segment of the hotel. You will secure the business, plan the meeting / event, co-ordinate with hotel operations and clients before, during and after each meeting / event and your role will include key responsibilities such as:
•Responsible for selling off-site events and locations
•Handle all meetings and catering enquiries according to standard procedures
•Act as a one-stop shop for clients for detailed event planning and work closely with banquet operations, food & beverage management, rooms division operation, finance and external suppliers
•Satisfy the need of the clients whilst optimizing hotel revenue through strategic yield management and up selling of hotel facilities and services
•Work closely with the MICE Team to achieve monthly sales target
•Conduct site inspections, client entertainment and familiarization
•Send all correspondence to clients regarding banquet events, such as proposals, confirmation or agreement letter, amendments, etc.
Skills
Education, Qualifications & Experiences
You should ideally have a degree in the hospitality field with previous experiences in catering sales within a hotel. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills and strong interpersonal and negotiations skills are essentials. Computer literate and previous experiences with Opera are an advantage.
Knowledge & Competencies
The ideal candidate will be customer driven and with an extremely proactive and focused personality and an outgoing, charismatic and approachable character. You will work well under pressure in a fast paced environment and be a great team player, portraying a structured and goal oriented work philosophy and possessing following additional competencies:
Understanding Hotel Operations
Effective Communication
Planning for Business
Supervising People
Understanding Differences
Supervising Operations
Teamwork
Adaptability
Customer Focus
Drive for Results
Job Details
Preferred Candidate
About This Company
Park Rotana
Hospitality & Accomodation Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates http://www.rotana.com/rotanahotelandresorts/unitedarabemirates/abudhabi/parkrotanaPark Rotana is a modern five-star hotel in Abu Dhabi’s dynamic Park Complex, home to Park Arjaan by Rotana, The Residences by Rotana, as well as prestigious media houses, twofour54 and Abu Dhabi Media Zone Authority. Landmark venues and attractions including Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and ADNEC are five minutes by road, while Abu Dhabi International Airport and entertainment destination, Yas Island, are just 15 minutes away. Ideal for business or leisure guests, our 318 rooms and suites are spacious, well-lit and feature contemporary furnishings and design. All rooms boast impressive views of Khalifa Park or Sheikh Zayed Bridge and feature a sofa and walk-in shower, while many offer a work desk and living area for extra comfort and convenience. Our six dining venues offer an eclectic range of cuisine and experiences to suit your taste and occasion, including authentic Asian and Italian dishes at Teatro and hearty British classics at Cooper’s Bar & Restaurant, both award-winning restaurants with expansive outdoor terraces. If you are planning a meeting or event, our 2,326 sqm banquet and function area with smart technology and flexible spaces, including a ballroom will meet your needs. Relax or rejuvenate at Bodylines Fitness & Wellness Club, an urban sanctuary where guest wellbeing is our priority. With a fully-equipped gym six treatment rooms, a sauna and steam room and an outdoor pool, you can unwind and recharge during your stay.