OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES :
Responsible for selling and coordinating catering, meetings, and events at the Orlando Marriott Lake Mary. The role requires ensuring flawless execution and service excellence, aligned with Marriott’s four basic cornerstones of service.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :
- Preferred : 4-year degree in Hospitality, Hotel & Restaurant Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Required : 2–3 years of experience in event management, preferably in a full-service hotel (Marriott experience highly preferred).
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Must have a minimum of 2 – 3 years’ experience in a full-service hotel, Marriott preferredIndividual must have excellent attention to detail, a substantial knowledge of Events Operations, strong leadership skills, highly organized and experience within a similar style full-service propertyAdaptability - ability to effectively adjust to major changes in work tasks or the work environmentBuilding Trust - ability to interact with others in an honest, fair and respectful way; giving others confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organizationCommunication - skilled at clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media; engaging the audience and helping them understand and retain the messageCustomer Focus- ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships; actively seeking information to understand and address customer's needsHigh Work Standards - sets high standards of performance for self and others; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasksPlanning & Organizing - skilled in establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure work is completed efficientlyProblem Solving / Decision Making - ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities, using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing solutionsStress Tolerance - ability to maintain stable performance and positive relationships with others while under pressure or oppositionTechnical / Professional Knowledge and Skills - demonstrates a satisfactory level of position, related technical knowledge and skills. Must be proficient in Delphi diagrams, Meeting Matrix or Social TablesBuild groups and maintain proper detailed event notes in CI / TY, (or Delphi or similar platform) to ensure proper tracing, and follow up with all aspects of eventsMinimum lifting 30 lbsPushing, pulling, bending, stooping, and upward reachingSome exposure to cleaning chemicalsProlonged periods of sitting, standing and / or walkingESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Practice the Basics of Brilliant Hosting at all timesEnsures implementation of the Meetings & Event Management within Brand Standards for planning, pre & post-eventCoordinates with sales, hotel departments, and customers to ensure consistent, high-level service throughout the eventPrepare all event documentation including Event Orders, resumes, etc. for all groups assigned to you; EO’s must be signed by customer before event dateEffectively communicate to all departments customer’s needs to ensure consistent, high-level service throughout event and post-event phasesEffectively initiates appropriate, internal and external communication necessary to successfully execute the group’s needsEnsures all hotel events have a seamless turnover from sales to servicesRecognizes opportunities to maximize revenue by up-selling and offering enhancements to create outstanding eventsFollow Marriott Standards to facilitate outstanding service encouraging repeat business - including timelinesUphold existing accounts with activities designed to build relationships and provide exceptional follow through to increase repeat group businessMaintain strong organizational skills to proactively manage upcoming groups and clientsMonitor and manage room blocks according to contract utilizing group history reports and information given by clients to maximize hotel revenue, adjusting as necessaryReview sales contracts as well as other important information, i.e., room block, cut-off date, special concessions and attrition clausesMonitor and enforce program deadline dates and work with clients to release meeting space not needed to maximize hotel revenue.Produce and distribute convention resume two weeks prior to first day of main group arrival and communicate any changes and updated information to hotel departmentsDistribute EO’s for groups 10 – 14 days prior to events complying with Marriott StandardParticipate in Pre / Post Convention meetings and review bill with each clientService events as directed by the Director of Sales and the Director of Food and BeverageComplete weekly prospecting calls needed to achieve goals and objectives (Expected sales goal of $350,000.00 for the first 12 months)A bility to work evenings and weekends to ensure the highest standards of customer service to our clientsMust achieve and maintain Brand Standards on Event Satisfaction Scores and continually strive to exceed themThis is a dynamic, client-facing role that requires a balance of sales, coordination, and service excellence. If you’re passionate about hospitality and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within the Marriott brand.