Join our team as an Area Director of Sales! 

The Area Director of Sales is the all-star coach rallying the sales team to victory! With energy and vision, the Area Director of Sales shapes a winning sales culture and powers up portfolio performance—playing a key role in driving Aimbridge Hospitality’s total revenue success. 

KEY SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Revenue Rocket & Sales Strategist: Coordinate all group, transient, and catering sales efforts—including sales automation and database management—to boost revenue across the portfolio. Develop, recommend, and drive annual budgets and marketing plans to maximize hotel rate, occupancy, and food & beverage opportunities. 
• Market Maestro & Opportunity Explorer: Initiate sales trips to key feeder markets, proactively conduct outside sales calls, and lead sales tours to attract new business. Keep a finger on the pulse of market trends and top accounts, using insights to set winning strategies and negotiate contracts that benefit all hotels in your cluster. 
• Team Champion & Training Coach: Lead the charge in training staff to spot and act on every sales opportunity—empowering your team to shine! Manage hiring, coaching, reviews, and team motivation to build an all-star sales crew, collaborating with hotel leadership and corporate HR along the way. 
• Community Connector & Communication Pro: Stay visible and engaged within your local community and industry organizations, fostering strong partnerships both inside and outside your collection of hotels. Champion open lines of communication with internal teams and marketing partners to achieve big-picture goals. 
• Operations Leader & Aimbridge Ambassador: Attend and lead meetings, travel as needed, and ensure sales standards and company policies are always met. Step in for the General Manager when needed, delivering guidance and support to keep operations running smoothly and the Aimbridge spirit alive! 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 4 years of hotel sales experience, or a 4-year college degree plus 2 years related experience, or a 2-year degree plus 4 years hotel sales experience. 
• Supervisory experience required. 
• Valid state driver’s license. 
• Clear communicator and quick decision-maker. 
• Handles pressure, stays objective, and solves problems effectively. 
• Adapts to complex information, resolves concerns, and understands financial basics. 

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

• Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan

Property Information

Our Hotel We are conveniently located in the quaint suburb of Chula Vista, just a short drive from Downtown San Diego. Featuring a modern, upscale design, our spacious apartment-style suites provide relaxed and comfortable accommodations for travelers in town for work or play. Choose from 148 spacious suites, including a studio, one- and two-bedroom suites all with a separate living and sleeping area and a fully equipped kitchen. Free WiFi and free breakfast buffet provided for every guest. Work out in our state-of-the-art fitness center or unwind by the pool on a sunny San Diego day. Plus, did we mention we’re less than eight miles away from North Island Credit Union Amphitheater, and Aquatica San Diego Waterpark, and less than two miles from Chula Vista Elite Athlete Training Center. Other nearby attractions include the Las Americas Premium Outlets – only 10 miles away. About Evolution Hospitality As the dedicated lifestyle vertical at Aimbridge, Evolution Hospitality creates distinct lifestyle experiences and drives performance throughout our curated collection of independent, luxury, boutique, lifestyle, and soft brand hotels, as well as restaurants, bars, and lounges throughout North America. At Evolution Hospitality, our focus on equal parts culture and results is what determines who makes the cut to be a part of this talented group, both at the corporate office and in the field. Honesty and humility are just as important as intellect and ability, and each member of the team embraces the challenge of becoming a better human being, both personally and professionally, as part of the package. And it’s this magical combination of brilliant, caring individuals that makes Evolution Hospitality the world-class operation it is today.