Event Planning Manager

Event Planning Manager

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences. The Event Planning Manager's primary focus is servicing Sale bookings. This position acts as the liaison between Meeting Planners and the hotel staff. Responsibilities include : administering the Sales agreement, detailing all Food, Beverage, and A / V needs, managing room blocks and pick up, billing instructions, and final review. Event Planning Managers are also the on-site contacts and are responsible for the smooth execution of all events. Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment, or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. This is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch.

Qualifications

A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.

Refined verbal and written communication skills

A minimum of 1-3 years of hotel event sales / event planning or comparable experience preferred, or completed Event Management trainee program

Promptly answer telephones and enthusiastically greet our guests with your personal spirit, however busy and whatever time of day.

Produce quotes and written confirmation to all clients and staff in a timely and thorough manner in the form of banquet event orders and group resumes.

Share your personal passions and knowledge of the services and amenities available to guests to help them feel at home

Meet with clients to work out the details of their functions. Escort clients through the property and highlight features of the facility as well as available services

Collaborate with team members to communicate what you see and hear to staff and management to ensure the guests' needs are being met

Utilize the freedom to go beyond to take the initiative to resolve guest complaints and create loyalty

Work with vendors as needed and adhere to internal event budgets.

Review & coordinate with Banquet Chefs on creative menus & new product ideas

Must be proficient in general computer knowledge

Candidates should be extremely detail-oriented, organized, and be able to handle a fast-paced environment

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Primary Location : US-FL-Orlando Organization : Hyatt Regency Orlando Airport Pay Basis : Yearly Job Level : Full-time Job : Catering / Event Planning Req ID : ORL010315 Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.