Executive - Catering Sales - Jumeirah Beach Hotel
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Executive - Catering Sales - Jumeirah Beach Hotel

About the job

About Jumeirah & the Hotel:

 

At Jumeirah, we are committed to encouraging and developing our colleagues in world class environments. We value diversity and provide equal opportunities, employing over 14,000 colleagues from over 140 different countries including locations in Asia Pacific, CIS, Central Asia, Western and Eastern Europe, South America, Africa and the Middle East.

We want you to do well from the beginning, so we’ll give you every chance to impress during the recruitment process. We promise our colleagues a warm welcome and will help you feel part of our Jumeirah family from day one. You can rely on us to support you as you settle into your journey with us and make Jumeirah ‘Your Place to Shine’. 

Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai’s premier lifestyle destination, is located on Jumeirah Beach Road just 15 km from the city centre and 25 km from Dubai International Airport. The 26-floor hotel has a curved design which represents the shape of a breaking wave and offers pristine private beaches with undisturbed views of the Arabian Gulf. 

With 599 sea-facing rooms and suites and 19 private villas, as well as 21 restaurants and bars, extensive conference and banqueting facilities, a private marina, Sinbad’s Kids Club, Talise™ Spa, and direct complimentary access to Wild Wadi Waterpark™ for all guests, the hotel continues to redefine the holiday experience. 

 

About the Job:

 

An opportunity has arisen for a Event Executive to join Catering Sales department in Jumeirah Beach Hotel. The main duties and responsibilities of this role:

  • The Events Executive will be the main point of contact for the client and the entire event operation (including banquet, accounting, technical, audio visual, rooms division and kitchen).
  • To be able to issue a comprehensive proposal and contract when required.
  • To coordinate with other departments the needs of a group which will directly affect that department.
  • To maintain the policies set forth in the group sales contract.
  • To coordinate the sales efforts between events department and catering to insure proper utilization of function space to yield maximum revenues.
  • To have an excellent knowledge of hotel facilities, capacities and dimensions of meeting rooms.
  • The ability to negotiate with clients and achieve maximum revenue/profit potential white satisfying client needs.
  • Demonstrate a very good working knowledge of SOP’s, standard set-ups, floor plans and menus.
  • Make suggestions to management for the improvement of operational procedures and improvement of customer satisfaction.
  • Preparation of BEO’s, Group Information Sheets, Event Amendments and other event documentation.
  • Ensure that the necessary forms are filled out and signed off and all arrangements have been made before entertaining clients at the resort.

About you:

 

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

  • Minimum of 1 years experience in Conference & Events or Sales within a hotel/conference centre environment.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast paced, high volume environment.
  • Highly motivated and passionate about customer service.
  • Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel and Word.
  • Knowledge of menu planning and food presentation. 

About the Benefits:

 

This position offers a highly competitive salary and package which includes; your own single room accommodation/live out allowance, free transport to and from your place of work, uniform, laundry services, meals during working hours, annual flight ticket allowance, medical coverage, life and accident insurance, retail and leisure discounts, 50% discount off Jumeirah F&B Outlets and reduced hotel rates.

About you

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  • Language required: English.

The company

The surreal, fluid feel to the exterior of Jumeirah Beach Hotel is achieved with aluminum and blue plated glass, while the beach-inspired interior offers luxurious and modern comfort, keeping the family in mind.

We continue to welcome those seeking a luxurious holiday. With a choice of 599 rooms and suites, 19 private beach-side villas, 21 restaurants and bars, Sinbad’s Kids Club, Talise spa and healthclub, five swimming pools, seven tennis courts, a private beach and lots more. Jumeirah Beach Hotel is truly a dream resort offering something special for the whole family.

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Executive - Catering Sales - Jumeirah Beach Hotel

Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Full-time, Indefinite

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