Event Sales Coordinator

The Opportunity 

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a seasonal Event Sales Coordinator to join our team at The Gideon Putnam in Saratoga Springs, New York. In this role, you will partner with clients, guests, and our food and beverage teams to create and execute events for our guests at The Gideon Putnam. You will also work closely with the Human Resources team at The Gideon Putnam to ensure associates participate in the necessary training and development that helps them to be successful in their roles.

Pay

$18.00 - $20.00 / hourInformation on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at https://careers.delawarenorth.com/whatweoffer.

Benefits at The Gideon Putnam

Join our fun, collaborative team at The Gideon Putnam Resort and Spa. Located in Saratoga Springs, New York, there's so much to do in our small town including weekly live music events, world-class horse racing, natural mineral springs, walking trails, and golf courses.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance*
• 401k with company match*
• Paid vacation days and holidays*
• Paid parental bonding leave*
• Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
• Weekly pay
• Free shift meal
• Employee discounts including 30% off restaurant and retail
• Friends and family discount on lodging
• Referral bonus – earn $200 for each eligible referral
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

*Available for full-time, year-round team members

Responsibilities 

• Qualifying leads and forwarding inquiries to the appropriate Sales Manager
• Overseeing amenity orders and distribution
• Assisting the Sales & Services Team with filing important documents and communicating relevant information both internally and to clients
• Responsible for the creation and distribution of the weekly food and beverage packet and daily change recaps
• Keeping inventory of Sales Office supplies and communicating needs to the appropriate manager
• Answering the office telephone and directing calls and messages to the appropriate Sales Manager
• Assisting with event servicing as needed
• Managing minutes of weekly leadership meeting
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications 

• Between 1 to 3 years experience in hospitality, sales or related field preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products including Teams, Word and Excel
• Outstanding interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of property management and reservation systems preferred
• Ability to work some holidays, weekends and evenings

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to lift, balance and move up to 35lbs

Shift Details 

Day shiftOn callMonday to FridayEvenings as neededWeekendsHolidays

Who We Are 

Delaware North is the food and beverage, retail, and lodging partner at The Gideon Putnam, dating back to 2008. Set in Saratoga Spa State Park, The Gideon Putnam is a 7-minute walk from Saratoga Performing Arts Center and 7 miles from the boutique shops and restaurants of downtown Saratoga.

At Delaware North, you’ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it’s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there’s no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.

Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer.