Assistant Director of Groups & Events at Minor International

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Sales Forecasting, Client Relationship Management, Negotiation Skills, Communication Skills, Revenue Management, Menu Presentation, Event Coordination, Team Leadership, Hospitality Knowledge, Trade Show Participation, Creative Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, SOP Knowledge, Function Room Setup, Catering Coordination, Risk Management

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description A luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, Anantara connects guests to genuine places, people and stories through personal experiences and providing heartfelt hospitality in the world’s most exciting destinations. From pristine islands and tropical beaches to cosmopolitan cities, tranquil deserts and lush jungles, Anantara welcomes guests for journeys rich in discovery. Job Description You will be one of the principal pillars of the hotel, passionately and enthusiastically directing day-to-day activities of the groups & events by driving the business results. As Assistant Director of groups and events you will be involved in event sales forecasting with the Revenue Manager and also developing special events and sales blitzes to showcase the hotel to potential clients. You will develop rapports with key clients and feel comfortable taking risks by entering into new markets. You will have a presence at trade shows and major market events, locally and nationally, to promote new business and increase sales for the hotel. Financial and Revenue Responsibilities The Asst Director of Groups & Events will be the main point of contact for the client and the entire event operation (including banquet, accounting, technical, audio visual, rooms division and kitchen). To communicate effectively with all departments within the hotel involved in carrying out the needs of a group / event. To coordinate with other departments the needs of a group / event which will directly affect that department (i.e. amenities, arrival/departure time, deliveries, and special meal requirements). To maintain the policies set forth in the group sales contract (i.e. deposits, cut off dates, attrition, rooming lists, billing instructions). To coordinate the sales efforts between events department and catering to ensure proper utilization of function space to yield maximum revenues. To have an excellent knowledge of hotel facilities, capacities and dimensions of meeting rooms. The ability to negotiate & achieve maximum revenue/profit potential while satisfying client needs. The ability to develop creative and attractive menu presentations for potential clients. To conduct tours of the property with meeting planner and potential clients. Demonstrate a very good working knowledge of SOP’s, standard set-ups, floor plans and menus. To ensure all information in Opera PMS is accurate including client data, activities and events. To be familiar with Banquet service standards to better sell the facilities of the Hotel. Check function room set up prior to guest arrival, ensuring all details are in agreement with client’s requirements and hotel standards. Responsible to handle all type of events including Corporate Events, Social Events, Launch events Responsible to handle any other tasks assigned in the department which are outside the current responsibilities based on business requirement. Demonstrate dedication and commitment to the role. Coach Co-Ordinators, Executives and Trainees (where applicable) Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in any related field • Luxury Hotel Experience in groups and events • Passionate seller and excellent communication skills • Ability to influence and persuade with excellent negotiation skills

Responsibilities

The Assistant Director of Groups & Events will oversee the daily operations of events, ensuring effective communication and coordination among various hotel departments. This role involves driving business results through event sales forecasting and developing relationships with key clients.