Catering Sales Coordinator - InterContinental Washington DC - The WharfHotel Brand: InterContinental
Location: United States, DC, Washington
Hotel: Washington D.C. - The Wharf (WASHC), 801 Wharf Street SW, 20024
IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the largest hotel companies in the world and one of the world's leading hotel and resort companies with a family of 19 brands. Our purpose – True Hospitality for Good – comes to life in every one of our collections.
About the hotel A luxurious hotel destination at The Wharf on D.C.'s Waterfront, the InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf brings sophistication to its contemporary style. Perfectly placed on the beautiful Potomac River, it enjoys incredible waterfront views of D.C.
About the Catering Sales Coordinator As Catering Sales Coordinator, you will work closely with the Catering and Event Services team to assist with conferences, meetings, and group activities to ensure client expectations are met.
A little taste of your day-to-day Every day is different, but you'll mostly be:
Responding to client calls and special requests and obtaining final details, dates, times, and hotel room and meeting room requirements.Regularly following up with clients and maintaining accurate and updated information.Performing administrative duties such as typing proposals, letters, contracts, etc. Collecting data, updating databases, and completing departmental monthly reports.Resolving requests and/or complaints to the satisfaction of the guest; informing supervisor of major problems, complaints, disturbances, or dissatisfied clients.Promoting teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.Coordinating details with other departments such as VIP amenities, special requests, or other service needs.May coordinate outside vendor service needs (floral displays, audio/visual, etc.) where appropriate.What we need from you High School diploma or equivalent plus 1 year experience in a sales/catering office or related field. Some College preferred. Must speak fluent English.
This job requires the ability to perform the following:
Frequently standing up and moving about the facility.Typing at least 50 wpm; proficient PC computer skills. Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 25 pounds.Communicating with customers, employees, and third parties.Using a keyboard to generate correspondence, reports, etc.Handling objects, products, and computer equipment.Other: Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with clients and guests.Reading and writing abilities are utilized often.Basic math skills are used frequently.May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.What you can expect from us We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life.
The hourly pay rate for this role is $25.00 to $27.00. This rate is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Washington, DC.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.
Our mission Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work.
At IHG, we've made a promise. As one of the world's leading hotel groups, we're here to deliver True Hospitality for Good.
If you'd like to embrace a world of opportunities, we'd like to welcome you to the world's most international luxury hotel brand.
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