Iconic 598-room Hilton Sydney is located steps from Town Hall station and the QVB Light Rail stop and amongst our operations we are home to one of the largest Conferencing and Event spaces in the city, glass brasserie, Zeta Bar and heritage listed Marble Bar. As the Venues Sales Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating all reservations and functions/events in Marble Bar, Zeta Bar, and glass brasserie. Your role will be to promote, sell and control the events for all event operating outlet teams from initial enquiry to contracting. Be able to efficiently qualify and sell the Hotel for events in our outlet spaces. Build up powerful customer relationships that deliver new and repeat business to increase revenue and demand. You will be responsible for maximising revenue and creating a memorable guest experience by ensuring our guests receive seamless service from the moment an enquiry is made.

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What will it be like to join the Hilton Sydney team?

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Joining an award winning culture and globally recognised Great Place to Work means:

\n\nCompetitive pay, incentives and service charge\nMonthly dry cleaning allowance for your business wardrobe\n110 discounted travel nights for you, your friends or family per year at any of our 7000+ hotels located in 119 countries and territories around the world!\nOpportunities for career progression including varied experience \nFlexible rosters so you can make space for what matters most\nFree access to 3000+ learning and development courses to start your career and enhance your skills\n\n

What will I be doing?

\n\nHandle all incoming events leads professionally through all channels, maximising conversion of leads and bookings\nConduct informative site inspections and menu tastings with organisers and contractors\nBuild relationships with clients and develop an understanding of their needs and requirements and provide solutions to match in order for a successful event\nLiaise, support and effectively communicate organisers on site requirements to the operations teams\nRespond to and secure all reservation enquires through all channels e.g. by phone and or online channels\nDemonstrate exemplary menu & product knowledge and to keep up to date with industry trends and developments\nLiaise with the marketing team to drive marketing plans to promote glass Brasserie, Marble Bar and Zeta Bar\nHandle all incoming events leads professionally through all channels, maximizing conversion of leads and bookings\nIssue weekly event orders making sure allergies, special requests and event set up is included.\nPrepare event orders in a timely manner, in accordance with operations rostering and to a high level of detail and accuracy\nOffer service to guests with a sales attitude that will assist with the maximisation of revenue\n\n

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What are we looking for?

\n\nPassionate, innovative, exciting initiatives delivered with consistency and excellent attention to detail\nPositive attitude and willingness to be involved and interact with the overall Hilton team both at an individual and team level\nExcellent communication skills\nCommitted to personal development\nHas a Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate/card\nDemonstrated ability to resolve problems and conflict\nFine dining restaurant experience\nPrevious experience in event management, preferably in a hotel environment\nSelf-motivated and able to work effectively without constant supervision\n