Event Sales Assistant - Chicago, United States - United Service Companies

Description

Offshore is a 50,000 Sq Ft Rooftop space on the east end of Navy Pier with sweeping views of the Chicago skyline.

We are a go-to venue for clients hosting some of the city's premier events including stunning weddings and high-end cocktail receptions for top.

Chicago and nationwide companies.
We are a year-round venue space, as well as a full restaurant/bar, and we are seeking a motivated, energetic, organized individual who has a passion for events and hospitality to join our growing team

Job Description:

The Sales Assistant will report to the Director of Events and will be a support to the sales team with all aspects of the event sales and events execution.

The Sales Assistant will be expected, but not limited, to:

• respond to initial event leads through event lead platforms
• book and execute small semi-private events
• maintain inbox and client communication via email and phone
• maintain calendars of sales team members including scheduling calls and tours
• assist with tours of the space
• attend weekly sales and operations meetings
• Create and maintain signage for all events
• Be on-site and available to assist with event greeting and setup, as necessary, and based on schedules as determined by the Director of Events
• provide general office and sales support
• Working with vendors to order and supply items for events

Creating and running reportsRequirements:

• Have a knowledge of Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Teams and OneDrive.
• Have a flexible schedule be available for nights and weekends
• Be able to anticipate team and client needs and be a self-starter
• Be able to speak succinctly and energetically via phone or in person to sell the event spaces
• Have personality and ability to sell events to clients
• Be able to properly compose and correspond in a timely manner via email

Have previous work experience in an office setting or similarExperience Preferred:

• Experience with Canva, Tripleseat and OpenTable platforms a plus
• Prior event experience either working, producing, or executing events
• Prior experience in hospitality or sales required