About the job
Kick Start your career and join the team at Hilton St Georges Park, proud to be the home of English football.
This unique Hilton property based outside Burton upon Trent (DE13 9PD) is the home of the 28 English Football Teams while also offering the opportunity to work for the biggest player in global hospitality, Hilton.
Be part of a high preforming team, creating a home from home for our leisure guests, world class sport teams and corporate clients.
When we say unique we mean it! Offering 228 contemporary bedrooms, complemented by a wonderful food and beverage offering including the relaxing Crossbar, Restaurant and Coffee Lounge which is proud to service Starbucks. In addition we have high quality meeting and events space, Spa and top class fitness facilities surrounded by acers of Staffordshire countryside including 13 outdoor football pitches including a replica of the Wembley pitch.
*Do you want to work for the UK’s #1 Great Places to Work in Hospitality 2023? If so, we have a world of opportunities available for you at Hilton Hotels and Resorts!*
We are looking for positive and friendly candidates join our brilliant team. We have a variety of hours, contracts and shift patterns available.
We can offer you….
Competitive hourly rate of pay for all our roles (including service charge if working within the F&B department).
Taxi to work scheme- we are proud to offer a £5 contribution each way towards your taxi bill to ensure you arrive and get home safely
Free parking on site if you are driving to work
Free meals during your shift
Worldwide travel perks – up to 30 nights at discounted rates from £45 per night with GO HILTON!
Personal membership to Hilton Marketplace (Perks at Works)
About The Role ….
As Group, Conference, and Events (GCE) Sales Executive, you will maximise revenue opportunities in the areas of group reservations, conferences and events by driving sales leads and increasing conversions. The GCandE Sales Executive will interact frequently with Guests and customers with the intention of earning repeat and expanded business. Specifically, a Group, Conference, and Events (GCE) Sales Executive will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
Receive and convert incoming enquiries to achieve targets and maximize revenue
Manage an events schedule to maximise yield
Focus on a consistently executed up-selling approach
Build strong relationships with customers to fully understand their needs
Arrange and carry out Hotel show rounds
Ensure the complete administration and execution of all planned events
Participate in hotel promotional activities
A Group, Conference, and Events (GCE) Sales Executive serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:
Good organisational and administration skills
Positive attitude and good communication skills
Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
Confident telephone manner
High level of IT skills
Excellent grooming standards
Demonstrated previous experience working in a Sales environment
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
Knowledge of the hotel property management systems
Demonstrated previous experience working in the Conference and Events function
Qualification, degree, or certification in a relevant field
Knowledge of the hotel property management systems
Demonstrated previous experience working in the Conference and Events function
Qualification, degree, or certification in a relevant field
WHAT MAKES US SPECIAL IS WHO WE ARE, AND WE ARE HILTON!
Hospitality Integrity Leadership Teamwork Ownership Now
The most recognized name in the industry, Hilton remains synonymous with the word “hotel.” From inaugural balls and Hollywood awards galas to business events and days to remember, Hilton is where the world makes history, closes the deal, toasts special occasions and gets away from it all.
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Work Locations
Hilton St. George’s Park
Schedule
Full-time
Brand
Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Job
Sales
To apply for this job please visit hilton.taleo.net.