Social Event Sales Manager
Company: MML Hospitality
Role summary
Social Event Sales Manager is a full-time role at MML Hospitality in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-13. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Social Event Sales Manager
- Company
- MML Hospitality
- Location
- New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Sales
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-10-13
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a renowned hospitality group and play a key role in driving sales for a beautiful, historic hotel in New Orleans. You'll be instrumental in booking and executing memorable social events, with a competitive salary and benefits package.
Job description
Description
About Hotel Saint Vincent
Located in a landmark 1861 building in the Lower Garden District of New Orleans, Hotel Saint Vincent is a 75-room hotel from Austin-based hospitality group McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality, founded by industry veterans Larry McGuire, Tom Moorman, and Liz Lambert. Hotel Saint Vincent honors the property's storied history while delivering exceptional hospitality through thoughtful design, genuine service, and memorable guest experiences.
Our Leadership Expectations guide how we lead:
Own It | Lead with Respect | Win as One Team | Learn and Elevate | Leave Them Better
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Social Event Sales Manager to lead revenue-driven event sales strategies at Hotel Saint Vincent. This role is ideal for a high-performing sales professional who excels at building relationships, driving new business, and executing luxury events with precision.
You will play a key role in maximizing revenue across social, and wedding market segments while delivering best-in-class client experiences from inquiry through post-event follow up.
What You’ll Do
Revenue Growth & Account Development
Drive revenue across social, primarily wedding, market segments
Proactively source new business while strengthening existing client relationships
Execute quarterly and annual sales action plans aligned with revenue goals
Maintain expert knowledge of the luxury hospitality market and competitive landscape
Identify and prioritize bookings that optimize both event and room revenue
Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform sales strategy
Sales Execution & Client Engagement
Conduct venue tours, client meetings, and sales calls; represent the property at trade shows and networking events
Maintain consistent outbound prospecting and in-person engagement targets
Serve as a brand ambassador for Hotel Saint Vincent and MML
Lead client consultations, identifying needs and translating them into exceptional event experiences
Participate in pre-event planning meetings, and site visits
Be present on-site for key event moments to ensure seamless execution and guest satisfaction
Account Management & Reporting
Manage full event lifecycle: from inquiry to contract to BEO detailing to post-event follow-up, including guest room blocks
Analyze monthly production and pace reports to drive performance
Utilize CRM platforms (TripleSeat) to track activity, measure ROI, and maintain accurate client records
Develop post-event recaps
Coordinate VIP arrivals, special requests, and personalized client experiences
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all guest and client information
Operational Coordination
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned events and groups
Create and distribute detailed Banquet Event Orders (BEOs)
Collaborate cross-functionally with food & beverage, rooms, engineering, and security teams
Manage guest room blocks, rooming lists, and track pickup/attrition to protect revenue
Respond promptly to inbound inquiries and reactive leads
Generate and review sales pace and production reports
What We’re Looking For
3+ years of experience in event sales within luxury hospitality, hotels, or lifestyle venues
Proven track record of driving revenue growth and exceeding sales targets
Strong relationship-building skills with a client-first mindset
Deep understanding of luxury service standards and event execution
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and ability to multitask
Proficiency in CRM systems (TripleSeat preferred)
Strong financial acumen, including contract negotiation
Physical Requirements
Essential Functions: Must meet the physical demands required to perform job functions successfully. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
Regularly required to talk or hear
Use hands and fingers to handle objects, tools, or controls
Frequently stand, walk, sit, reach, bend, kneel, or crouch
Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds
Exposure to heat, steam, and cold in a kitchen environment
Moderate noise levels
Why you'll want to work for Hotel Saint Vincent & MML:
Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential
Paid Time Off
MML Property Discounts (Hotel, Restaurant, Retail)
Fitness and Health Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and Pet Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Parental Leave
Advancement and Promotion Opportunities
Community Service Opportunities
MML Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis. We intend all qualified applicants to be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree to the background check process as a condition of employment. MML Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis. We intend for all qualified applicants to be given equal opportunity and for selection decisions based on job-related factors.