POSITION SUMMARY
The Event Planning Manager’s primary focus is servicing Sales Bookings and provide a successful and positive experience for the Groups customers. The Event Planning Manager will act as the liason between Meeting Planners and Hotel. Responsibillities include: reviewing and understanding the Sales agreement, detailing all Food, Beverage and AV needs, managing room blocks and pickup, billing instructions and final review, and timely communication with the customer and Hotel. The Event Planning Manager is the on-site contract and is responsible for the smooth execution of all events. The Event Planning Manager will work in conjunction with the Director of Event Planning and Banquets to achieve the hotel’s revenue, meeting planner satisfaction scores, and food and beverage revenue goals.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
- Knowledge of Delphi or the Envision Sales & Catering system
- Basic understanding of audio-visual equipment, preferred
- Demonstrate creativity and knowledge of food and beverage/events
- Must possess highly developed verbal & written communication skills to frequently negotiate, convince, sell and influence other managerial personnel, hotel guest(s) and/or group clients
- Shows analytical skills and strategic vision
- Must be proficient in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products
- Must be able to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks
- Strong organization and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and manage people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds while solving complex problems and creating a productive services team
- Must work well in stressful, high pressure situations; maintain composure and objectivity under pressure
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel or Business Administration preferred
- Two (2) plus years experience in Hotel Catering and/or Convention Services at a convention focused, resort property or related experience in the hospitality industry
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary for the success of the hotel
- Must be able to work under time constraints and within established deadlines
Dreamscape is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Dreamscape makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Bold souls and big thinkers wanted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In perso