23 Aug
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Best Western
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London
23 Aug
Best Western
London
Job Summary
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Sales and Catering Coordinator to join our dynamic hospitality team. In this pivotal role, you will be the driving force behind coordinating sales efforts and catering services, ensuring seamless communication between clients and our venue. Your enthusiasm for guest services, combined with your organizational prowess, will help create memorable experiences for our guests while maximizing revenue opportunities.
This position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in marketing, negotiation, and hospitality operations within a vibrant environment dedicated to excellence.
Duties
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients planning events, providing exceptional guest service from initial inquiry through event execution
- Collaborate with Chef, and banquet operations team to develop customized catering proposals that meet client needs and budget expectations
- Promote venue amenities and upsell additional services to enhance client satisfaction and increase revenue
- Negotiate contracts and pricing with clients to secure profitable agreements while maintaining positive relationships
- Coordinate all event details including menu selection, room setup, audiovisual requirements, and staffing needs to ensure flawless execution
- Manage bookings efficiently using organizational tools,
ensuring timely follow-up and communication with clients and internal teams
- Monitor event budgets, track expenses, and ensure all financial transactions are accurately documented
Skills
- Strong background in marketing strategies to attract new clients and promote venue offerings
- Excellent guest services skills with a friendly, professional demeanor that fosters positive relationships
- Deep understanding of hospitality operations, including restaurant or hotel experience preferred
- Proven ability in upselling additional services or amenities to maximize revenue opportunities
- Skilled negotiator capable of balancing client needs with business objectives
- Exceptional customer service skills with a focus on attention to detail and responsiveness
- Effective time management skills to handle multiple events simultaneously under tight deadlines
- Budgeting experience to oversee event costs while maintaining quality standards
- Clear communication skills for liaising with clients, vendors, and internal teams effectively
- Robust organizational skills to coordinate logistics seamlessly across departments
Previous hotel sales experience is an asset. Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
📌 Sales and Catering Coordinator (London)
🏢 Best Western
📍 London