Additional Information
Job Number 25160190
Job Category Sales & Marketing
Location JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, 510 Water Street, Tampa, Florida, United States, 33602VIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=JW%20Marriott%20Tampa%20Water%20Street%2C%20510%20Water%20Street%2C%20Tampa%2C%20Florida%2C%20United%20States%2C%2033602)
Schedule Full Time
Located Remotely? N
Position Type Management
Pay Range: $25.02 - $31.73 per hour
Bonus Eligible: Y
JOB SUMMARY
Manages all rooms aspects of assigned groups and uses discretion and judgement in dealing with group contacts, both on the phone and in an operational environment, including any contractual obligations. Manages the receipt and entry of each group rooming list prior to or by the proposed deadline outlined in the contract, verifying, documenting and releasing any unused room or attraction inventory back for general sale. Checks any increases in inventory will be checked for availability and any discrepancies will be communicated to the client at the time of rooming list entry.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Education and Experience
Required:
High school diploma or GED; 5 years experience in the sales and marketing, guest services, front desk, or related professional area.
OR
2-year degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Marketing, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 3 years experience in the sales and marketing, guest services, front desk, or related professional area.
Preferred:
Knowledge of property operations.
CORE WORK ACTIVITIES
Managing Group Housing Operations
Manages the operational preparation for all group bookings, including guest deposits, room blocks, rooming list, cutoff dates, waitlist, overflow accommodations, rooming requests, contact relationships and ticketing needs.
Checks for accuracy on all booking sheets, contracts to verify that they are in accordance with operational guidelines (e.g., inventory, availability, rate structure, and operating procedures, such as deadlines for deposits, rooming list).
Maintains organized, accurate files on each group account and monitors of the course of action for each account daily.
Provides various reports and communications to Sales, Convention Services, Director of Call Center, Travel Industry Sales, Front Office and Accounting.
Acts as primary Rooms Division contact in advance planning meeting, communicating all pertinent information to the Rooms Division, Revenue Management, and Accounting.
Manages the receipt and entry of each group rooming list prior to or by the proposed deadline outlined in the contract, verifying, documenting and releasing any unused room or attraction inventory back for general sale. Checks any increases in inventory for availability and any discrepancies will be communicated to the client at the time of rooming list entry.
Attends Pre-Convention Meetings, Bill Reviews and site visits for assigned groups.
Manages all rooms aspects of assigned groups and uses discretion and judgement in dealing with group contacts, both on the phone and in an operational environment, including any contractual obligations.
Providing Exceptional Customer Service to all Guests and Customers
Executes exemplary customer service to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty by understanding customer's needs and recommending appropriate features and services that best meet their needs.
Supports the company's Service and Relationship Strategy, driving customer loyalty by delivering service excellence throughout each customer experience.
Services customers in order to grow share of the account.
Additional Sales and Marketing Responsibilities
Utilizes intranet for resources and information.
Attends and completes all appropriate training courses as designated to learn Sales Business Processes and use of various systems.
Performs other duties, as assigned, to meet business needs.
At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.?Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you're happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand's namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you'll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That's The JW Treatment. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,? begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global? team, and become the best version of you.
