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**Exciting Opportunities to Join the “Pre-Opening Team” at Hilton Woking - Launching in 2024!**

Get ready to be part of something truly extraordinary at Hilton Woking, as we prepare to unveil our doors in 2024 and take a leading role in Woking's Victoria Square redevelopment. Join us on our journey, where we are committed to fostering a unique team culture, becoming an integral part of the community, and embracing sustainable practices in everything we do.

Our upcoming hotel will showcase 189 guest rooms, including 12 exclusive suites. Guests will immerse themselves in the warm ambiance of our lobby bar, GLOW , indulge in culinary delights at the all-dining restaurant, OXBO , and enjoy breath-taking views at the chic Sky Bar, LOFT . The success of our hotel relies on hosting Meetings & Events for up to 500 guests, making it imperative to assemble a high-performing team committed to delivering the ultimate guest experience across all areas of our business.

A WORLD OF REWARDS

• Yearly Salary of £25.000 bonus
• Free and healthy meals when on duty
• Grow your Career
• Personal Development programmes designed to support you at every step of your career
• A chance to make a difference through our Corporate Responsibility programmes – Find out what and how we are doing (https://cr.hilton.com)
• Team Member Travel Program : discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets)
• Team Member Referral Program
• High street discounts: with Perks at Work
• Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days)
• Discounted dental and health cover
• Modern and inclusive Team Member’s areas
• Travel - We encourage where possible to embrace green travel to work as a powerful way to make a positive impact on the environment and your community, you can opt for biking, walking, carpooling, or using public transportation to reduce your carbon footprint, ease traffic congestion, and promote a healthier lifestyle. By choosing sustainable commuting options, you not only contribute to a greener planet but also inspire others to join in creating a more eco-conscious and vibrant community.

A Social Sales Executive analyses local market trends and competitor activity to generate revenue from Social events for the hotel.

What will I be doing?

• As Social Sales Executive you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
• Analyse local market trends and competitor activity to identify new business opportunity for Social events and parties
• Participate in commercial meetings and contribute to commercial strategies and actions related to social events/ parties and the LOFT Sky bar, OXBO Restaurant and GLOW Terrace
• Prepare offers and contracts in accordance with current business
• Work within current business strategies and capitalise on potential opportunities
• Contribute to the administration and planning of social events
• Cooperate with other departments in the hotel to create an exceptional Guest experience and build strong, comprehensive sales programs
• Arrange and carry out hotel show rounds
• Build strong relationships with customers to fully understand their needs
• Produce accurate and timely reports that meet the needs of senior management to include the reporting of appointments, calls made and business leads
• Answer customer queries in a prompt and professional manner

What are we looking for?

A Social Sales Executive serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
• Excellent grooming standards
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
• Ability to work under pressure and under own initiative

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Knowledge of local market and/or hotel
• Knowledge of hospitality
• Passion for customer service
• Passion for sales and for achieving targets and objectives

EVERY JOB MAKES THE STAY.

At Hilton, It Matters Where You Stay, but The Stay is only one side of the story.

We know it takes hundreds of jobs to create unforgettable experiences for our guests – and behind every job, there’s an extraordinary person working to make each Stay magical. That’s why at Hilton, Every Job Makes the Stay.

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Job: Sales

Title: Social Events Sales Executive

Location: null

Requisition ID: HOT0AUCC

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