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Administrative Assistant - Sales

Marriott
Full-time
On-site
Fort Lauderdale, FL

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Aimbridge Hospitality. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc.  The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotelโ€™s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Job Summary
The Administrative Assistant is responsible for ensuring that the administrative functions for all Sales and Catering positions are handled.

Responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS:

  • College course work in related field helpful.
  • Experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Must be proficient in Windows Operating Systems Company approved spreadsheets and word processing.
  • Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
  • Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
  • Must work well in stressful high pressure situations.
  • Must have the ability to assimilate complex information data etc. from disparate sources and consider adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.
  • Must be effective at listening to understanding and clarifying the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests.
  • Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions.
  • Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly service-oriented manner.
  • Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality standards as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
  • Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards)
  • Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
  • Maintain Sales files in an organized fashion and as per specified standards.
  • Maintain Accounts Coverage Program
  • Complete monthly competition statistics of all area hotels and turn into the Director of Sales by the fifth of each month.
  • Complete all 'Month End' reports for the Director of Sales and send to Corporate according to established timeframe.
  • Type and process all contracts proposals memos and general correspondence for sales/catering staff.
  • Type and distribute all banquet event orders banquet checks and Daily Event Sheets for the Catering Manager.
  • Answer phones for sales/catering staff if not picked up by third ring; Record messages as appropriate.
  • Open date stamp and allocate all hotel mail to the appropriate departments for handling.
  • Prepare Daily Mail Cash Receipts Log. Endorse and drop all checks received through the mail on a daily basis.
  • Employees must at all times be attentive friendly helpful and courteous to all guests managers and fellow employees.
  • Type process and distribute all RFP's as directed by DOS.
  • Review all 'OUT' mail from Sales and Catering Managers.
  • Maintain trace for all Sales and Catering Mangers.
  • Order and maintain all Sales forms as specified and participate in monthly inventory counts.
  • Oversee and maintain efficient operation of the e-mail system for Corporate communications daily.
  • Review all 'OUT' mail from the General Manager and process as per instructions.
  • Process monthly office supply order for entire hotel; ensure budget guidelines are met.
  • Assist with the administration of the checkbook accounting system as directed by the Director of Sales.
  • Perform any other duties requested by the General Manager or Director of Sales.

Benefits:

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
  • Term Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401k Retirement Plan
     

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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