Special Events/Sales Coordinator

Job Category: Sales/Retail/Business Development About D & BSend this Job to a FriendView all jobs for this company Add your talents to a world-class entertainment venue, and keep your career as fresh as the flavors and great times we're serving. Discover more than 55,000 square-feet of opportunity, unlimited ways to reach your potential, and one dynamic team with Dave & Buster's.Awesome rewards are the name of the game. Check out great benefits like health and life insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, flexible schedules, hands-on training and more!Special Events/Sales Coordinator We are currently seeking a Special Events Coordinator responsible for coordinating the sales process including administrative tasks under the direction of the Special Events Sales Manager, and working with the store operations staff to ensure the quality experience of every event booked. The Special Events Coordinator is responsible for the following duties but other responsibilities may be assigned: Faxing, filing, making copies, mailings and other general administrative tasks. Takes incoming guest calls, sells event space/F&B/power cards, etc., and enters all appropriate information into the system. Answers guest calls promptly, and returns all messages within the business day. Responsible for accurate and prompt distribution of paperwork to all designated areas to ensure quality experience. Works under the direction of the SE Manager to increase the client database through direct mail, phone calls, networking with local community organizations and associations, representing Dave & Buster's at trade shows and other community events, etc. Handles any challenges promptly and to the guest's satisfaction. Refers to Manager, if necessary. Works with Manager on awareness campaign, sending regular communications to all companies within a 10 mile radius and to all current guests to promote regular and special activities at Dave & Buster's and increase store traffic, both event and walk in. Assists in producing the monthly calendar. Reviews the annual sales plan, and assists in updating the board in the Special Events office that shows prior year sales, current year sales (as they occur) with dollar and percent over/under prior year. If the Manager is absent, this position should meet with all appropriate Store staff (GM, Kitchen Manager, etc.) to review and discuss the planned events. Follows all standard policies and procedures in handling reservations. Collects all deposits and payments on time. Performs all promotional plans as directed by SE Manager and WHQ. Works special events as directed by the SE Manager. Contacts SE Manager and WHQ on all issues involving vendors to include synergy, MDT, printing, etc. Works with the SE Manager to establish and maintain regular contact with Convention Visitors Bureau, all hotels within a 5-mile radius of store (concierge program), etc. through mailings and periodic visits. Takes the initiative to develop and improve sales skills, through internal and external sources. Assists to ensures the back up of party logs daily. Special Events Sales Assistant . Assists in maintaining and updating the voice mail system for Special Events. Assists in ensuring the maintenance of event archives, the Bridge Party book, and all critical information. Updates Persuasion system as directed. Plan seating arrangements, maintain comment cards, produce reservation list and produce playbills for MDT and other team building events. Miscellaneous Special Events and administrative duties as directed by SE Manager or GM. Competitive salaries, bonus potential and benefits! APPLY TODAY! High School diploma required 2 year's college coursework preferred, full degree a plus Sales experience preferred Computer literate Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written High standards of conduct and professionalism Hospitality experience preferred Customer Service skills EOE To Apply for this position, please CLICK HERE About D & B    |    Send this Job to a Friend    |     View all jobs for this company