F&B ,Wedding, Sales and Event Manager

F&B, Wedding Sales & Event Manager
Hawk Ridge Golf Club
1151 Hurlwood Lane
Severn On L3V 0Y6

“We create an unforgettable golf club experience for those who play Hawk Ridge Golf Club, providing a welcoming and highly professional environment that is created through our unparalleled service standards”

Who is Hawk Ridge Golf Club:
Here at Hawk Ridge Golf Club, we strive to provide exceptional customer service with a smile! You will find 45 holes of beautiful greens to play a round of golf, or you could come and hit a few at the driving range. Whether it be golf, events or simply coming to Hawk’s Grill to dine, you will not be disappointed in the level of service. As a public course, we offer memberships that are fine tuned to your unique playing needs. Whether you play a lot or a little, we have a package that is right for you. Let us, “show you the difference” when you come to dine, play, or celebrate here at Hawk Ridge Golf! Whatever your needs are, let one of our energetic and courteous team members help you find the solution.

We are a team that works together, supports one another, and has a voice in our organization. We are part of a company that strives every day to be the best, that focuses on offering guest experiences of the highest quality, and that seeks to foster a fun, collaborative work environment, rich with opportunities for growth and development.

As a F&B, Wedding Sales & Event Manager, you will sell, plan and organize events, including weddings, parties, corporate events and other social leisure bookings. You will work with team members from other departments to help facilitate client needs and ensure events operate as planned.

Who You Are:

• You are enthusiastic and goal oriented.
• You have a passion for events and event organization.
• You are a people person, with a knack for hospitality and customer service.
• You have a solid attention to detail and are open to learning new systems and building and improving them.
• You are able to work collaboratively across multiple departments to achieve your goals.
• You are a team player who collaborates and works well with others.

What’s In It for You:

• Competitive salary
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• Commission opportunities on event sales
• Sharing of the Gratuity pool
• Complimentary Golf Privileges at the Club

Job Responsibilities:

• Maximize revenue by driving sales for Weddings/Meetings/Social Events booked.
• Presenting and selling food & beverage and event spaces.
• Prepare and present proposals and sales contracts; negotiate packages and rates.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients.
• Plan/organize all Weddings/Meetings/Social Events.
• Compile all the information required to complete the Event Orders (EOs).
• Ensure that EOs are accurately completed
• Ensure that all information is accurately communicated during weekly EO meetings, to ensure that the managers and staff can accurately proceed with event planning.
• Supervise, coordinate, communicate and motivate all staff to ensure outstanding guest service within the event and meeting function spaces.
• Maintain an onsite presence during events, as required.
• Act as the on-site contact for couples/convenors, etc.
• Conduct site inspections.
• Ensure group billings and postings are accurate and completed.
• Assist in the training of banquet and food & beverage team members as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all Government agencies, including Smart Serve, AGCO, Ministry of Health and Ministry of Labour

Statutory Requirements:

• Ensure that health and safety standards are met and exceeded for all guests and team members.
• Document any group/guest complaints and forward to management.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year experience in an events role in a hotel or banquet hall, preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to operate under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Self-starter, highly motivated, ability to work in a fast-pace environment that is continually changing.
• Effective project management skills with excellent prioritization and time management skills. Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
• Strong decision-making and judgment skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills – ability to build excellent working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Your hours of work and days of work may vary and be irregular to ensure the demands of our clients and the objectives of your employment are met. Considering your position, you are not entitled to any additional compensation for additional hours worked.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: based on Qualifications

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Please submit applications to David White at davidw@hawkridgegolf.com.