Deer Path Inn

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Established in 1929 and inspired by a 15th-century English manor house, Deer Path Inn is renowned for its timeless charm, exceptional service, award-winning dining experiences, and rich tradition of ...

Guest Services Manager

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$45K - $50K/yr

Solicit feedback for continuous improvement and implement career paths to develop managers, supervisors and line level staff. * Conduct Front Desk meetings, prepares work schedules to ensure staffing ...

Bartender

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$9 - $10/hr

JOB SUMMARY The position of the bartender is to provide an excellent guest experience, make signature cocktails, and offer recommendations regarding the local craft beers and wines offered. ESSENTIAL ...

Engineer

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$21 - $25/hr

Hourly wage for this position is between $21 and $25 an hour based on level of experience. The Engineer responds to guest requested maintenance items, completes general maintenance projects ...

Dishwasher/Steward

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$19 - $20/hr

$19 - $20/hour Depending on the experience Basic Job Functions: You are tasked with the day to day cleanliness of our kitchen space. It is essential that quality of cleaning of all china, glass ...

Host/Hostess

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$15/hr

JOB SUMMARY The Restaurant Host's key duties are to greet guests warmly, maintain reservations and and organized waitlist, assist with inquiries and support the front-of-house team as needed. This ...

Pastry Cook

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Looking for a pastry cook with a minimum experience of 1-2 years. Pay rate will be $21 - $23 depending on the knowledge and experience of working as a pastry cook Summary Responsible for preparing ...

Sushi Cook

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Position Summary Sushi Cook responsibilities include handling a wide range of raw fish and other ingredients, managing food stock and working with an attention to detail to fulfill all orders within ...

Room Attendant

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$16 - $19/hr

Compensation is between $16 and $19 an hour depending on experience. SUMMARY : To clean rooms and halls in hotel by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the ...

Houseperson

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$19 - $22/hr

Compensation for this position is between $19 and $22 an hour depending on level of experience. SUMMARY : Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the hotel. Provide customers with quality service ...

Server Assistant

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$9 - $10/hr

JOB SUMMARY The Server Assistant's key duties are setting and clearing dining tables, refilling beverages, stocking service stations, delivering food orders, and assisting with maintaining ...

Valet Attendant

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$9/hr

This is a tipped position with an hourly compensation of $9 per hour. The Valet Attendant provides exceptional hospitality services to guests in an attentive, friendly and efficient manner. In this ...

Line Cook

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$20/hr

JOB SUMMARY As a Food and Beverage Line Cook, you will be responsible for setting up and stocking stations, preparing ingredients, cooking dishes to order and maintaining a clean and organized ...

The Food and Beverage Manager is responsible for coordinating, supervising and directing all property food and beverage operations while maintaining a profitable department with high-quality products ...

Server

Lake Forest, IL ยท On-site

$9 - $10/hr

JOB SUMMARY The restaurant server will interact with all guests and ensure they have a memorable experience from start to finish when dining at the restaurant. Responsibilities include taking orders ...

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Director of Sales

Deer Path Inn

Lake Forest, IL โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

There are certain properties that require more than sales leadership - they require a passion for hospitality, an appreciation for history, and the ability to create meaningful relationships within a community.
We are currently seeking a seasoned Director of Sales to lead the sales efforts at the historic Deer Path Inn, one of the most iconic luxury boutique hotels on Chicago's North Shore. Established in 1929 and inspired by a 15th-century English manor house, Deer Path Inn is renowned for its timeless charm, exceptional service, award-winning dining experiences, and rich tradition of hospitality. The Inn has become a beloved destination for discerning travelers, corporate gatherings, weddings, celebrations, and community events.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic and relationship-focused sales leader who thrives in a luxury environment. This individual will be responsible for driving revenue across all market segments, cultivating strong client partnerships, identifying new business opportunities, and leading a high-performing sales culture that reflects the Inn's commitment to excellence.
The Director of Sales is responsible for the daily sales efforts and the overall positioning of the hotel, brand communication and the development of customers for the property including, rooms, dining outlets, and event space. In addition, they are responsible for rental revenue, yield strategies, implementation, market performance and meeting budget, forecast, and optimal business mix targets. Strategies will include pricing, status, direct sales, market mix, marketing, and public relations. Candidates must have a dynamic leadership style, possessing excellent communication and decision-making skills and an astute business acumen.
Principal Responsibilities:
  • Prepares Sales Reports and Annual Sales & Marketing Plan
  • Creates effective Sales Programs that will increase awareness and positive perception of the Hotel, its activities, culinary services, and personnel
  • Ability to access, understand and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system
  • Assist General Manager in preparation of the marketing, advertising, sales plans, programs and annual budget; manages within approved plans and budgets
  • Develop rates, group sales deployment strategies through review of competitive data, demand analysis and mix management
  • Ability to effectively listen, communicate and perform diplomacy with internal and external customers and staff in all situations
  • Ability to stand and move throughout the hotel property and continuously perform essential job functions
  • Develop awareness and reputation of the hotel and the brand in the local community
  • Direct and manage all group, transient, and banquet sales activities to maximize revenue for the hotel
  • Prepare, implement and compile data for the strategic sales plan, monthly reports, annual goals, sales and marketing budget, forecasts and other reports as directed/required
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
  • Previous Director of Sales experience preferred
  • Previous Hotel Sales experience required
  • Previous lifestyle hotel experience a plus
  • Knowledge of travel industry, current market trends and economic factors
  • Extensive skill in development and delivery of sales presentations
  • Proven track record in prospecting for new business and savvy at closing the deal
  • Must be able to make quick decisions and work in a hectic and diverse work environment
  • Strong ability to prioritize, organize, and manage competing priorities
  • Possess well-developed leadership and problem-solving skills
  • Must be able to build and maintain business relationships
  • Excellent/Above-average reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English language required.

Physical Demands:
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and talk or hear
  • The employee is frequently required to stoop kneel, crouch or crawl and taste or smell
  • The employee must regular lift and or move up to 25lbs - occasionally lift or move up to 50lbs
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision and depth perception