What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catering Sales Executive position at Gaming Enterprise?
The Catering Sales Executive is responsible for contributing to department revenue goals for assigned markets and meet or exceed individual targeted revenue goals. This role has a focus on weddings, galas, social, golfing events, and meetings with minimal guestrooms. The Catering Sales Executive will
have individual revenue goals that are achieved through the process of prospecting and contracting new clients and maintaining existing client relationships to increase engagement in the Gaming Enterprise and Mystic Lake Center offerings.
Outstanding Benefits & Perks : Mystic Lake Casino Hotel® and Little Six Casino® are owned and operated by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community (SMSC). The SMSC understands that our greatest resource is our employees, who deserve thoughtful and best-in-class benefits. We are proud to offer competitive and robust benefits including health and dental insurance plans with HSA and FSA options, on-campus health and vision clinics, generous paid time off, retirement plans with 6 percent dollar-for-dollar matching, maternity, and bonding parental leave options, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and more. In addition to benefits for employees and their dependents, there are several employee perks and discounts, as well as wellness opportunities, to participate in during your career with the SMSC.
Who We Are : We're not just in the business of entertainment; we're in the business of crafting unforgettable experiences. We believe in the power of possibility, to unite and uplift, rallying around every triumph, big and small. At Mystic Lake and Little Six, every moment is a chance to be the experience.
Different backgrounds, different strengths, and different passions, we value the diversity that everyone brings to the table. Our values are a direct reflection of the diverse communities that we proudly serve, represent, and invest in. We invite you to the place to learn, grow, thrive and lead. Let's create moments that matter, celebrate diversity, and build a brighter future for all.
Reflects MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, CERTIFICATION and EXPERIENCE required in order to meet the expectation of this job :
- 5 or more years of combined post-secondary education in sales, marketing, hospitality or related course work and / or direct hotel or convention meeting space sales experience.
- 3 or more years of contract negotiation, management, and execution experience (including calculating pricing, discounts, mark-ups, etc.)
- 3 or more years of advanced Microsoft Office products and catering software management experience.
- Excellent interpersonal skills including exceptional verbal and written communication with ability to interact with a diverse group of people.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and prioritize and manage multiple projects.
- Knowledge of safety and fire codes as well as other regulatory and compliance necessary for group and convention center events.
- Valid Class D driver's license may be required with good driving record and reliable transportation.
