Description
This is not your typical career opportunity. At Thompson Seattle, a member of the Hyatt collection, we believe our team members can thrive in an empowered, supportive, creative and energetic environment.We're looking for an individual who embodies the luxury lifestyle experience. An ideal Thompson team member has a passion for creating unique experiences, that can quickly perpetuate a culture of great design and superlative service, with a sharp sense of humor. This candidate will have a passion for exceptional hotel service and who can express that belief in an atmosphere of spontaneity and authenticity.The Thompson Seattle team works in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment, a supportive work environment, or a daily belly-laugh, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.
This is not your typical career opportunity. At Thompson Seattle, a member of the Hyatt collection, we believe our team members can thrive in an empowered, supportive, creative and energetic environment.We're looking for an individual who embodies the luxury lifestyle experience. An ideal Thompson team member has a passion for creating unique experiences, that can quickly perpetuate a culture of great design and superlative service, with a sharp sense of humor. This candidate will have a passion for exceptional hotel service and who can express that belief in an atmosphere of spontaneity and authenticity.The Thompson Seattle team works in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment, a supportive work environment, or a daily belly-laugh, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.
The Sales & Event Manager is a fully competent individual who has experience in the sales & planning process and function of a hotel. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: selling & servicing guest room blocks, meeting space, large party VIP food & beverage outlet reservations, and other Hyatt services to customer groups; managing accounts,room blocks and pick up, billing instructions and final review; conducting site inspections, and prospecting to generate new business. Duties also include preparing and presenting effective proposals, maintaining well organized documentation and reports, utilizing Hyatt systems to coordinate customer service requirements as appropriate. The Sales & Event Manager also works as a team member with the sales, catering and outlets staff to in close contact with assigned Administrative Assistant and other support staff.
At Thompson Seattle, high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. It's a place where career opportunities are as unlimited as your imagination. Discover your place to shine in our warm, respectful, and inclusive culture. Benefits available with this position include: Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance (Full-Time) after 30 days of employment 401k & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP) Basic Life Insurance Short term disability insurance New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance Compassionate Leave Paid Time Off: Thompson Seattle colleagues begin accruing Vacation Time on their first day of service. At six months of service, colleagues are vested in the time they have been accruing. Full Time & Part Time Colleagues are eligible for vacation time.
Hire Date Through Four Years 10 Days or 80 hours Five to Nine Years 15 Days or 120 hours 10 years or greater 20 Days or 160 hours Sick Leave: Full time, part time and on-call colleagues accrue and have the right to utilize sick and safe time according to Seattle s Paid Sick and Safe Time Ordinance. As a Tier Three employer all colleagues accrue one (1) hour of paid sick and safe time for every 30 hours worked starting on their hire date, however, these colleagues cannot use their accrued sick time until they have completed 90-days of employment with Hyatt Extended Illness Days: unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year Holiday Pay: Full-time colleagues are eligible for holiday pay on their first day of employment. The paid holidays for eligible colleagues recognized by our hotel are: New Year s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and 2 pre-approved days for Floating Holidays. Additional perks may include: Colleague Discounted Rates as of the 1st day of employment Complimentary Room Nights for full-time and part-time positions after 90 days of employment Flexible Spending Account Subsidized ORCA Pass or free parking at Laz parking garage Tuition Reimbursement of $1,000.00 per calendar year Cellphone Reimbursement Complimentary Dry Cleaning Employee Assistance Program Relocation assistance Wage Information Salaried managers: The starting salary for this position is $68,000.00 which is applicable for the first year of employment. The entire range for the position is $66,100.00 to $95,700.00. Decisions regarding individual salaries will be based on a number of factors, including experience, qualifications and education. Qualifications Qualifications: A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment
• Refined verbal and written communication skills
• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge
• Candidates should be extremely detail oriented and organized
• Prefer selling, negotiating, business writing and presentation skills training
• Prefer 1-2 years hotel sales and events experience or completed Corporate Management trainee program
