At FLIK Hospitality Group we believe in great food, great service, and great people. As a leading corporate dining and hospitality company, we provide quality and nutritious meals with a wellness-first approach, reception services, and property management to over 800 locations nationwide. From respected law firms, financial institutions, professional athletics teams, K-12 independent schools, hotels and conference centers, and more, our approach to hospitality is rooted in our dedication to providing quality service to each and every one of our guests. We believe in seasonality in sourcing our ingredients and providing a customized approach to the culinary and hospitality needs of each client; our wellness first approach ensures our food supports healthy and delicious choices. Join our team today! The Charles F. Knight Executive Education Center is located on the beautiful campus of Washington University in St. Louis. The proximity to Downtown St. Louis makes it an ideal destination for corporate and association meetings and business travelers seeking a unique experience with upscale service, outstanding amenities, contemporary meeting facilities and superior food. Apply now " SALES & MARKETING DIRECTOR - HOTEL / CONFERENCE CENTER A Fresh Approach to Great Results. At FLIK Hospitality Group we believe in great food, great service, and great people. As a leading corporate dining and hospitality company, we provide quality and nutritious meals with a wellness-first approach, reception services, and property management to over 800 locations nationwide. From respected law firms, financial institutions, professional athletics teams, K-12 independent schools, hotels and conference centers, and more, our approach to hospitality is rooted in our dedication to providing quality service to each and every one of our guests. We believe in seasonality in sourcing our ingredients and providing a customized approach to the culinary and hospitality needs of each client; our wellness first approach ensures our food supports healthy and delicious choices. Join our team today! The Charles F. Knight Executive Education Center is located on the beautiful campus of Washington University in St. Louis. The proximity to Downtown St. Louis makes it an ideal destination for corporate and association meetings and business travelers seeking a unique experience with upscale service, outstanding amenities, contemporary meeting facilities and superior food. Job Summary Responsible to strategically sell the hotel to achieve/exceed annual budgeted sales goals. Key Responsibilities: * Organize sales and marketing efforts to ensure that the maximum exposure is purchased for the monies that are spent * Organize all Marketing and Public Relations projects to market the property effectively * Maintain positive customer relationships and ensure timely responses to all inquiries for space or service needs * Confer with customers in all phases of their meetings/conferences to ensure complete customer satisfaction * Effectively plan and communicate to all departments the expressed needs of the customer * Act as a liaison between the university and all customers * Work with service staff to create and track customers and their needs * Maintain a tracking system for all potential external customers * Ensure that all appropriate communication for upcoming business is complete and distributed in a timely manner to the management team * Ensure that the Sales Team are focused and achieving all sales goals * Oversee and conduct sales calls, prospecting and meet all quotas to ensure that the quarterly and annual goals are met * Work closely with the team to roll out annual marketing plan * Manage sales budget and the departmental expenses * Work with the General Manager and Finance Department to effectively present monthly, quarterly and annual metric reports * Develop quarterly action plans to improve sales efforts and overall yearly initiatives * Engage in educational and team building activities to strengthen personal value and departmental relationships * Adhere to all policies and procedures as set forth in the employee handbook * Completes Platinum Service(R) learning and development curriculum and ensures culture is executed throughout operation Preferred Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree required * Minimum of five years of sales & marketing experience * Keep abreast of industry trends and share information with all staff * Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and juggle many tasks simultaneously * Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem-solving/strategizing skills * Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint Apply to Flik today! Flik is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Req ID: 260059 Flik JEANNE M LANE SALARIED EXEMPT Nearest Major Market: St Louis Job Segment: Hotel, Chef, Culinary, Hospitality Apply now " * Bachelor's degree required * Minimum of five years of sales & marketing experience * Keep abreast of industry trends and share information with all staff * Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and juggle many tasks simultaneously * Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem-solving/strategizing skills * Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint