Hotel Jobs in Washington
Hotel jobs in Washington are concentrated in Seattle's tourism and convention economy, with steady demand from the Puget Sound region's year-round visitor traffic and the state's growing convention and business travel sectors. Seattle, Bellevue, and Tacoma are the main hiring hubs, where anchors like Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt maintain properties and regularly fill roles. Front desk, housekeeping supervision, and food and beverage management are consistently the most in-demand specialties. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Catering and Events Sales Manager (Full-Time) | Hotel 1000
We are seeking an energetic and results-driven Catering and Events Sales Manager to join our team at Hotel 1000 Seattle. This full-time role is perfect for a self-motivated professional who is passionate about hospitality sales, excels at building relationships, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The Catering & Events Sales Manager is responsible for generating catering and event revenue through proactive sales efforts, client relationship management, and flawless event execution. This position serves as the primary contact for social events, corporate meetings, weddings, galas, and special functions, ensuring exceptional guest experiences that reflect the luxury standards of the hotel. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated sales professional with a passion for hospitality, exceptional communication skills, and a proven ability to drive revenue while delivering personalized service.
The Perks
Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
- Pay: $38.00 - $40.00 per hour + incentive
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Paid Time Off
- Discounts through Hyatt Hotels & Columbia Hospitality
- Company-provided ORCA card
- Employee Assistance Program
Our Commitment to you “People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Hotel 1000 and fuels our collective drive—and success. Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our promise of creating exceptional experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team, and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.
The Nitty Gritty
- Minimum of 3 years in hotel, resort, or luxury property sales is preferred.
- Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in CRM and sales management systems (Hyatt systems a plus)
- Self-motivated, energetic, and creative, with a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences
- Attention to detail with the ability to accurately read/write business correspondence effectively.
- Demonstrates a strong grasp of mathematical operations. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all applicable units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office; Word, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote, and Excel. Knowledge of hospitality sales platforms a plus.
- Proficiency in conducting client research, gathering relevant information, and staying updated on industry trends and developments.
- Ability to travel (including air or car, hotel overnight stays, and client entertainment.)
The Brass Tacks
- Through proactive sales efforts this position is responsible for meeting and exceeding sales goals of assigned market segments.
· Identify, solicit, and secure new catering, meeting, and event business through prospecting, networking, referrals, and sales calls.
- This position will focus on achieving revenue goals through a sales plan and strategy, client development, managing key relationships, networking, and identifying new target markets.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of activities and relevant client contact information within the Catering & Events database.
- Reports weekly achievements against goals for prospecting, inquiries, activities, and industry events. Ability to adjust goals and achieve goals based on market conditions.
- Solicit and secure new business for assigned market segments by making outside sales calls.
- Participate in trade shows, promotional events, and industry events.
- Conduct site inspections and client presentations.
- Responds to inbound RFP’s (requests for proposals) within 24 hours.
- Knowledgeable with client negotiations, closing tactics, and contractual language.
- Differentiate from the competition and bring value to potential customers.
- Implement sales plan based on demand segments to maximize market share.
Event Management
- Obtains necessary information to ensure efficient event planning, including meeting setups, food and beverage specifications, AV requirements, etc. Provides information to operating departments based on property guidelines.
- Acts as a liaison between the operations department and client.
- Has a comprehensive knowledge of operations departments.
- Monitors client’s satisfaction throughout planning and execution of event.
- Prepares Event Orders, Resumes, Diagrams, and other related documents and distributes to property departments.
- Conducts meetings to review information with other property departments.
- Manages accounts and follow-up with client re-solicitation to capture future repeat business.
Client Relationship Management
- Build strong relationships with corporate clients, wedding planners, event organizers, community leaders, and repeat customers.
- Serve as the primary liaison from initial inquiry through event completion.
- Understand client needs and create tailored event experiences.
- Respond promptly to inquiries and maintain consistent communication throughout the planning process.
- Ensure high levels of guest satisfaction and secure repeat business opportunities.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Pay: $38.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Catering and Events Sales Manager (Full-Time) | Hotel 1000
We are seeking an energetic and results-driven Catering and Events Sales Manager to join our team at Hotel 1000 Seattle. This full-time role is perfect for a self-motivated professional who is passionate about hospitality sales, excels at building relationships, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The Catering & Events Sales Manager is responsible for generating catering and event revenue through proactive sales efforts, client relationship management, and flawless event execution. This position serves as the primary contact for social events, corporate meetings, weddings, galas, and special functions, ensuring exceptional guest experiences that reflect the luxury standards of the hotel. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated sales professional with a passion for hospitality, exceptional communication skills, and a proven ability to drive revenue while delivering personalized service.
The Perks
Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
- Pay: $38.00 - $40.00 per hour + incentive
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Paid Time Off
- Discounts through Hyatt Hotels & Columbia Hospitality
- Company-provided ORCA card
- Employee Assistance Program
Our Commitment to you “People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Hotel 1000 and fuels our collective drive—and success. Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our promise of creating exceptional experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team, and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.
The Nitty Gritty
- Minimum of 3 years in hotel, resort, or luxury property sales is preferred.
- Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in CRM and sales management systems (Hyatt systems a plus)
- Self-motivated, energetic, and creative, with a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences
- Attention to detail with the ability to accurately read/write business correspondence effectively.
- Demonstrates a strong grasp of mathematical operations. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all applicable units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages.
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office; Word, PowerPoint, Teams, OneNote, and Excel. Knowledge of hospitality sales platforms a plus.
- Proficiency in conducting client research, gathering relevant information, and staying updated on industry trends and developments.
- Ability to travel (including air or car, hotel overnight stays, and client entertainment.)
The Brass Tacks
- Through proactive sales efforts this position is responsible for meeting and exceeding sales goals of assigned market segments.
· Identify, solicit, and secure new catering, meeting, and event business through prospecting, networking, referrals, and sales calls.
- This position will focus on achieving revenue goals through a sales plan and strategy, client development, managing key relationships, networking, and identifying new target markets.
- Maintain accurate and timely records of activities and relevant client contact information within the Catering & Events database.
- Reports weekly achievements against goals for prospecting, inquiries, activities, and industry events. Ability to adjust goals and achieve goals based on market conditions.
- Solicit and secure new business for assigned market segments by making outside sales calls.
- Participate in trade shows, promotional events, and industry events.
- Conduct site inspections and client presentations.
- Responds to inbound RFP’s (requests for proposals) within 24 hours.
- Knowledgeable with client negotiations, closing tactics, and contractual language.
- Differentiate from the competition and bring value to potential customers.
- Implement sales plan based on demand segments to maximize market share.
Event Management
- Obtains necessary information to ensure efficient event planning, including meeting setups, food and beverage specifications, AV requirements, etc. Provides information to operating departments based on property guidelines.
- Acts as a liaison between the operations department and client.
- Has a comprehensive knowledge of operations departments.
- Monitors client’s satisfaction throughout planning and execution of event.
- Prepares Event Orders, Resumes, Diagrams, and other related documents and distributes to property departments.
- Conducts meetings to review information with other property departments.
- Manages accounts and follow-up with client re-solicitation to capture future repeat business.
Client Relationship Management
- Build strong relationships with corporate clients, wedding planners, event organizers, community leaders, and repeat customers.
- Serve as the primary liaison from initial inquiry through event completion.
- Understand client needs and create tailored event experiences.
- Respond promptly to inquiries and maintain consistent communication throughout the planning process.
- Ensure high levels of guest satisfaction and secure repeat business opportunities.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Pay: $38.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Work Location: In person
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Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Hotel Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Columbia Hospitality17
- BMI Hospitality Management6
- Ace Parking Management4
- HHM Hotels3
- Larkspur Hotels & Restaurants3
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in hotel jobs across Washington.
- Guest-facing experience in a hotel or hospitality environment required
- Familiarity with property management systems such as Opera or Fosse
- Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and holidays
- Strong verbal communication skills for guest interaction and problem resolution
- High school diploma or equivalent with preference for hospitality coursework
- Physical stamina for roles involving standing, lifting, or room setup work
Hotel Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hotel worker in Washington?
Most hotel roles in Washington do not require a state-issued license, but food handler permits are required for positions involving food service and are issued through the Washington State Department of Health. Entry-level roles typically need a high school diploma and on-the-job training, while supervisory and management positions often look for an associate or bachelor's degree in hospitality management from a program at a Washington community college or university.
Which companies hire hotel workers in Washington?
Companies currently hiring hotels in Washington include Columbia Hospitality, BMI Hospitality Management, and Ace Parking Management, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's concentration of full-service and convention hotels in Seattle and the Eastside means large branded properties generate the most consistent volume of open roles.
Which Washington cities have the most hotel jobs?
Seattle, Bellevue, and Everett have the most hotel job openings in Washington. Seattle dominates because of its international airport, convention center, and dense tourism economy, while Bellevue draws business travelers tied to the Eastside tech corridor, and Tacoma's growing waterfront and event venues have added steady hospitality demand.
Are there remote hotel jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Most hotel work is hands-on and tied to a specific property, so on-site presence is the norm. About 3% of hotel openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions are almost entirely in corporate or regional roles such as revenue management, sales, and marketing rather than property-level operations.
How can I get hired as a hotel worker in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to front desk agent or housekeeping roles at large branded hotels in Seattle or Bellevue, which routinely hire candidates with no prior hotel experience and provide on-the-job training. Washington community colleges like Renton Technical College and South Seattle College offer hospitality certificates that strengthen applications. Lateral moves from restaurant or retail customer service are common, and completing a Washington food handler permit before applying gives entry-level candidates a concrete credential to list.
Where can I find and apply to hotel jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to hotel jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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