Ready to Plan, Sell, and Celebrate? Join Our Team as a
Catering Event Sales Manager!
Are you a people person with a passion for events? Do you thrive in high-energy environments and love bringing big ideas to life? If you have a knack for event planning, closing deals, and making magic happen, we want YOU to join our team at
Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront as our
Catering Event Sales Manager!
What's the Gig?
As our Catering Event Sales Manager, you'll be the driving force behind unforgettable events at our 20,000-square-foot conference center and 12 stunning meeting rooms. From corporate conferences to dream weddings, you'll be the mastermind behind it all! We're looking for someone who can hit the ground running, build new client relationships, and structure our department for success. If you're driven, love prospecting, and can juggle multiple tasks while keeping things fun and professional, you're exactly who we need!
What You'll Be Doing:
- Partner with the Director of Sales and General Manager to maximize event revenue.
- Prospect new clients, businesses, and partnerships to keep our event calendar full.
- Develop sales strategies and execute creative marketing initiatives.
- Coordinate all aspects of event sales - from contracts to execution - ensuring top-notch experiences.
- Lead client meetings, site tours, and be the go-to person for event planning success.
- Work closely with internal teams to deliver seamless, show-stopping events.
- Represent Embassy Suites at industry events, trade shows, and community gatherings to build brand awareness.
What We're Looking For:
- Personable, outgoing, and relationship-driven - someone who can charm a room and close a deal!
- Event experience - whether you've managed large-scale conferences, corporate events, or epic parties, we want your expertise.
- A self-starter who loves a challenge - we need someone who isn't afraid to take the lead and make things happen.
- Top-notch multitasker - because in the world of events, no two days are the same!
- Fantastic communicator - with both internal teams and external clients.
- A closer - someone who is hungry to win new business and keep our calendar full!
- Willing to work the occasional night, weekend, or holiday (because the best events don't always happen 9-5!).
The Perks:
- Base salary of $50,000 + quarterly bonus potential (cha-ching!)
- Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, long/short-term disability, paid parental leave, pet insurance, and more!)
- 401K with up to 6% match
- 18 days of PTO + paid holidays (yes, please!)
- Fun, fast-paced, and supportive team environment at one of Rockford's premier venues
About Us:
The Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront is not just a hotel - it's a destination. With 160 guest rooms, a state-of-the-art conference center, and incredible event spaces, we are the go-to place for unforgettable gatherings. Our team is passionate about hospitality, loves a challenge, and believes work should be as fun as it is rewarding.
If you're ready to take your event sales career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Apply today and let's start planning something amazing together.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront is proudly owned and operated by Gorman & Company - a leader in community revitalization.
Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
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Gorman & Company
parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k)
Mar 07, 2025