Overview
Summary
Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our Sales and Events team as our Events Manager at Park Hyatt Washington. You will be part of an elite luxury service team and a company that earned the 3rd spot on Fortune’s 2023 Most Admired Companies list. 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 Manager is an individual with experience in the sales process and hotel operations. This role has an assigned quota and is responsible for handling both local catering and group sales.
Responsibilities
Solicit new business, handle inquiries, and service converted groups.
Sell and service Corporate and Social events with or without sleeping rooms; ensure group and meeting planner satisfaction.
Engage in contract negotiations, event planning, menu selection, and servicing groups related to catering and convention services.
Focus on primary sales efforts in Banquet Food & Beverage, Meeting Room Rental, menu upsells, and VIP requests.
Review contracts and facilitate communication before, during, and after events with hotel staff to ensure a high level of service.
Prepare and present effective proposals; maintain organized documentation and reports.
Utilize Hyatt systems to provide Banquet Event Orders and generate group billing estimates.
Coordinate customer service requests required by the client; conduct hotel tours and maintain strong customer relationships.
Participate in, and may lead, event meetings, sales meetings, and other staff meetings.
Collaborate with the sales and catering staff and work closely with the Administrative Assistant and other support staff.
Qualifications
A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment
Refined verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in general computer knowledge
Extremely detail oriented and organized
Preference for candidate who has completed PSS
Experience with luxury weddings, social events, and fine dining
Minimum of 1-3 years of hotel sales or comparable experience preferred
Preference for completion of a Hyatt Corporate Management Training Program or equivalent training
Preference for selling, negotiating, business writing and presentation skills training
Salary & Benefits Salary Range:
$61,800 to $75,000
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after only 30 days
Free room nights, discounted room rates for friends & family
Discounted F&B when staying at Hyatt Hotels
401(k) Retirement Matching Plan (up to 4%)
Paid Time Off including new child leave
Highly competitive salaries and incentives
Tuition Reimbursement
Training programs
Complimentary Employee Meals
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and others
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Summary
Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our Sales and Events team as our Events Manager at Park Hyatt Washington. You will be part of an elite luxury service team and a company that earned the 3rd spot on Fortune’s 2023 Most Admired Companies list. 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 Manager is an individual with experience in the sales process and hotel operations. This role has an assigned quota and is responsible for handling both local catering and group sales.
Responsibilities
Solicit new business, handle inquiries, and service converted groups.
Sell and service Corporate and Social events with or without sleeping rooms; ensure group and meeting planner satisfaction.
Engage in contract negotiations, event planning, menu selection, and servicing groups related to catering and convention services.
Focus on primary sales efforts in Banquet Food & Beverage, Meeting Room Rental, menu upsells, and VIP requests.
Review contracts and facilitate communication before, during, and after events with hotel staff to ensure a high level of service.
Prepare and present effective proposals; maintain organized documentation and reports.
Utilize Hyatt systems to provide Banquet Event Orders and generate group billing estimates.
Coordinate customer service requests required by the client; conduct hotel tours and maintain strong customer relationships.
Participate in, and may lead, event meetings, sales meetings, and other staff meetings.
Collaborate with the sales and catering staff and work closely with the Administrative Assistant and other support staff.
Qualifications
A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment
Refined verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in general computer knowledge
Extremely detail oriented and organized
Preference for candidate who has completed PSS
Experience with luxury weddings, social events, and fine dining
Minimum of 1-3 years of hotel sales or comparable experience preferred
Preference for completion of a Hyatt Corporate Management Training Program or equivalent training
Preference for selling, negotiating, business writing and presentation skills training
Salary & Benefits Salary Range:
$61,800 to $75,000
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after only 30 days
Free room nights, discounted room rates for friends & family
Discounted F&B when staying at Hyatt Hotels
401(k) Retirement Matching Plan (up to 4%)
Paid Time Off including new child leave
Highly competitive salaries and incentives
Tuition Reimbursement
Training programs
Complimentary Employee Meals
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and others
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