Private Dining Manager
Bellevue, Washington, Us
The role as Private Dining Manager had evolved from the initial pre-opening planning stages, to execution, then further into growth and development. The primary responsibility of the Private Dining Manager is to increase the revenue expenditures of existing business while using efficient systems and strategic marketing to generate new leads. The Private Dining Manager exceeds guest’s expectations by providing outstanding service, extreme attention to detail, and strategic pricing. The Private Dining Manager is an executive role that demonstrates leadership using communication and organization to expand professional growth and development.Responsibilities:• Promote the culture, vision and mission of Ascend Hospitality Group• Strategic lead generation to generate new sales opportunities for optimal growth (4 million sold in 2019)• Collaborate with marketing to promote sales opportunities to maximize exposure• Generate reports to track and develop and increase sales revenue• Compile and use market research to ensure pricing & policies are above standard • Immediate response to incoming leads • Create professional & detailed custom proposals for clients • Generate and obtain completed contract paperwork for events • Collect and manage deposits and all payments for events• Work directly with accounting for expense reporting, accounts receivable & payable• Work directly with vendors and venues when outsourcing items or space for events• Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs, Tripleseat, Ctuit, Aloha, OpenTable, 7rooms, Revel & Allseated • Manage org chart to ensure structure & proper chain of command for communication to team• Implement new policies & procedures to increase efficiency • Schedule and lead internal and external meetingsObjectives/Goals:• Increase sales revenue by 15% YTD• Expand client network by 20% annually• Continued growth on internal and external relationships• Delegate, assign and manage workflow for team
