Event Sales Manager

Job Details

Description

Located at Town Square Mall, Velocity Esports is a cutting-edge esports and entertainment platform with a focus on bringing our guests a next level entertainment experience. We offer a premier esports lounge, arcade games, billiards & a full-service restaurant & bar, along with live tournaments and other in person entertainment features. Whether competing in a tournament or enjoying elevated casual dining, craft beverages and arcade games in person at one of our venues, our commitment is to deliver “Next Level Gaming, Next Level Fun” to our guests.

Our Work Environment Includes

• Food and game play discounts
• Flexible working hours
• Lively atmosphere
• Casual work attire
• On-the-job training
• Growth opportunities
  
  

The Event Sales Manager reports directly to the General Manager and supports the operations of sales and events. This role is responsible for both sales and administrative duties such as, but not limited to, networking, answering phones, preparing proposals and contracts, updating banquet event orders for all departments, event prep, attending trade shows and cold/warm sales calls.

The ideal candidate can provide local market expertise and contacts to rapidly grow our birthday party, corporate and social event business. The Event Sales Manager compensation package includes a competitive base salary, 90-day sign on bonus, commission structure and bonus plan with guaranteed commissions earned on events already booked through 2024.

Daily Tasks

• Support the venue(s) to ensure inquiries and leads are responded to in an enthusiastic and timely
• Solicit new business through networking and cold calling.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with guests, managers, and employees.
• Meet with guests for site tours and appointments.
• Whenever possible, greet guests during their in-house event.
• Create banquet event orders, update kitchen menus, confirm details with clients and close out
• Maintain a filing system and sales records, correspondence, and other miscellaneous items.
• Coordinate with Operations to ensure events are correctly prepared and executed.
• Various outbound sales campaigns that can range from LinkedIn networking, to cold calling, email marketing, in person sales calls and attendance at local networking events.
• Attend outside sales and networking events
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

To Be Successful In This Role, You Should

• Be guest focused with a friendly demeanor.
• Maintain an organized work area.
• Be a team player.
• Arrive to work on time and ready to take on the day's challenges.
• Provide a professional image at all times through both appearance and demeanor.
• Accept direction and constructive feedback.
• Become proficient in all functions of the venue and each department.
• Be detail oriented, organized, and able to work with minimal supervision.
  
  

Musts

• 1-3 years sales experience within an entertainment concept, theme park or high-volume restaurant
• Local or State regulation requirements regarding food handling and/or liquor service.
• Must be able to provide excellent Guest Service
• Must have excellent time management & follow up skills necessary to perform in a fast paced, high-volume environment.
• Must have the ability to hold the team accountable, but also motivate and coach the team to strive to the be the best. Servant Leadership works best.
  
  

Fringes

• Discount meals
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for Full-time employees (30+ hours)
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
  
  

Qualifications

Behaviors Required

Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject

Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations Required

Financial: Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement

Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Must be able to provide proof of authorization to work in the US. We use E-Verify.

Any offer of employment made may be subject to a Background Investigation. Any offer of employment is made with the explicit understanding that it is contingent upon a satisfactory Background Investigation. Velocity Esports, Inc. (and its affiliates) reserves the right to take adverse action at any time if the Background Investigation reveals any violation of the company's policy or reflects negatively on the company or its operations.