Sales and Event Manager

About ASH

ASH Hotels designs, develops, owns and operates a very special collection of properties. In our world, a hotel is much more than a destination to meet, dine, or sleep. Rather, it is a dynamic site of imagery and emotions, interactions and sensations manifesting within the walls of a beautifully restored local legend - a living movie set. An ASH hotel is a connection to the past and a beacon for the future, layered in nuanced storytelling that invites exploration time and again.

Hotel Ulysses is a place where wanderers from anywhere can come for one-of-a-kind experiences – whether they are popping out of their Baltimore studio for a drink or need a place to stay during their east coast tour. To venture into Baltimore’s rich history and vibrant community by way of the landmark Latrobe building feels only natural — an icon with a checkered past that has been restored to carry on its legacy.

Nestled into the neighborhood of Mt. Vernon, the sprawling site houses 116 guest rooms alongside Blooms, an eccentric cocktail lounge, and Ash-Bar, a salon style café. Far from a support for tourists, Ulysses stands firm as a contributor and tableau vivant of Baltimore’s artistic tradition–and its contemporary evolution.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated entry-level Sales & Events Manager with a strong interest in hospitality and event planning. This position will be responsible for supporting the coordination and execution of catering and events at Swann House, Ash Bar, Blooms, and Food Truck activations, while obtaining practical experience in all facets of sales and event operations.

• Pro-actively pursue event and catering sales and respond to all incoming leads
• Meet and exceed annual sales goals
• Develop additional revenue-generating services (e.g. rentals)
• Maintain and improve sales materials
• Balance revenue generation with the essential need for the hotel to continue being a superlative host to non-event hotel guests and a courteous neighbor on the block

• Administer group blocks & manage groups while they are with us (e.g. bride’s get-ready room needs)
• Manage each event from load-in to load-out
• Events include but are not limited to weddings, galas, concerts, photoshoots, and in-house cultural events.
• Oversee event paperwork including proposals, contracts, budgets, invoices, rental sheets, pick lists, floor plans, run of show event staffing and manifestos
• Work closely with Culinary Team and F&B Managers as well as the hotel’s operations teams
• Develop systems to improve efficiency and smoothness of event production over time
• Oversee event staff, motivating them to work as a team

• Delegate and reinforce the responsibilities of production, service, maintenance and hygiene
• Ensure event staff is provided with necessary information to prepare and serve food & beverages.
• Ensure staff complies with company policies and discipline staff as needed

• Special events and catering management experience preferably in a boutique hotel setting
• Extraordinary attention to detail
• Proven ability to meet deadlines
• Exceptional follow-up ability
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to solve problems with calmness
• Hands-on, creative, solution-oriented, mission-driven team player

This role provides an excellent foundation for a career in People & Culture with hands-on experience across the full employee lifecycle. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, hotel discounts, mentorship from an experienced People & Culture team, and clear opportunities for growth as you develop your expertise. You will gain practical experience in a fast-paced environment where your contributions directly impact employee satisfaction.

• Salary Range: $50K-$60K annual base salary, paid weekly, plus 3% commission on events and F&B gross revenue
• Eligible to enroll in benefits after 60 days of employment:
  Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plans
• Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness plans
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401k plan with generous…