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On-site in Sassenheim·Full-time·Added 11 days ago (last checked 9 Nov)
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Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Sassenheim
- Contract
- Full-time
- Languages
- Dutch
- Experience
- 3+ years




Skills
This job advert was originally written in Dutch.
Requirements
What we're looking for
At least three years of work experience in a similar position within the hospitality industry;
Available for 32 to 38 hours per week;
Flexible availability during busy periods, particularly in spring and autumn;
Excellent command of the Dutch and English languages;
Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain an overview;
Hospitality-minded, commercial, and focused on building sustainable relationships.
The role
You are the connecting link between guest, event, and organization, ensuring that everything comes together into an unforgettable experience.
What you'll do
For this role, we are looking for a professional with at least three years of relevant work experience, who takes independent responsibility, identifies opportunities, and provides immediate added value through experience and confidence. As a Banquet Sales Coordinator, you are the primary point of contact for business meetings, conferences, parties, and events. From the initial inquiry to the final evaluation, you guide guests through the entire process. You listen, think along, take worries off their hands, and ensure that expectations are exceeded. In this way, you create not only successful events but also long-lasting relationships.
Guiding business meetings and events from inquiry to execution;
Preparing quotes, scripts, and event plans;
Maintaining and expanding client relationships;
Advising guests and identifying commercial opportunities;
Coordinating events with internal departments;
Providing tours and site visits;
Being operationally involved in important events.
Job Description
As a Banquet Sales Coordinator, you are the primary point of contact for business meetings and events. You guide our clients from the first inquiry through to execution and ensure that everything is arranged to perfection. Your duties include:
Who are you?
You are a natural relationship builder who sees opportunities and knows how to convert them into concrete results. You switch effortlessly between different inquiries, maintain an overview in a dynamic environment, and dare to take initiative. Thanks to your experience, you know exactly what is needed to make an event successful and to positively surprise guests.
You feel comfortable in an independent role, take responsibility, and are a full-fledged sparring partner for both guests and colleagues. At the same time, you are down-to-earth and find it natural to work operationally when necessary, to work together with the team to deliver an optimal guest experience.
Functie-eisen
What you can expect from us
A salary in accordance with the Horeca CAO, job group 6, matching your knowledge and experience;
25 vacation days per year and time-off-in-lieu for extra hours worked;
Plenty of opportunities for training, education, and personal development;
A varied position within one of the largest hotel and event locations in the region;
Regular fun staff activities organized by our festivities committee De Toekan;
Staff discounts at Van der Valk Hotels (overnight stays from €75,- including breakfast);
Travel allowance (from 10 km) and a good pension scheme.
Hiring process
Have we sparked your interest?
Do you get energy from maintaining customer relationships, organizing events, and converting inquiries into successful gatherings? Then we would love to meet you. Send your CV and motivation letter to the attention of Esmée van Eijk, our HR Manager, and hopefully, we will soon have a cup of coffee in our Cherry Lounge! If you have any questions, please let us know: 0252-462257 or e.vaneijk@sassenheim.valk.com.
About Van der Valk
- Industry
- Hospitality
In their own words
About the company & team
At Van der Valk Hotel Sassenheim-Leiden, we believe that true hospitality begins with attention. Attention to our guests, our relationships, and to each other. With more than 16 multifunctional rooms, a wide range of business and festive events, and thousands of guests per year, we offer a dynamic working environment in which no two days are the same.
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