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Event Planning Manager

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Salt Lake City, UT, United States


Hyatt is a place of learning – similar to a university. The company offers so many ways for me to learn and grow, both professionally and personally.

The Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Hotel is in the famed Deer Valley ski resort and approximately 40 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport. The Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Hotel is part of a new development, planned to incorporate 17 ski lifts, ±1,600 residential units, 8 hotels with a total of ±1,350 rooms, ±250,000 square feet of conference and retail space, and one of the largest “ski beaches” in the world.

The Grand Hyatt is comprised of 436 luxury accommodations including 359 guest rooms, 55 residences and 22 suites with approximately 30,000 square feet of versatile indoor meeting space, lobby level 3‑meal restaurant and bar, signature bar, pool/après ski bar and grill, coffee bistro, large outdoor event terrace, pool and 3 whirlpools, kids club, and fitness area.

Event Planning Manager
Primary focus is servicing Sales bookings. The position acts as a 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. The Event Planning Manager is also the on‑site contact and is responsible for the smooth execution of all events.

Benefits

Free room Nights, Discounted and friends & Family room rates*

Medical, Dental and vision insurance with only 30‑day waiting period*!

401K with company Match*

Free employee meal during shift

Generous paid time off*

Employee stock purchase plan*

Discounted Ski Passes*

Excellent training, professional development and more

*Applicable for FT Year Around Positions

Please note: We are not able to provide sponsorship for work authorization or visa sponsorship for this position.

EEO Statement
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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.

Must be proficient in general computer knowledge.

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

Prefer two years hotel experience or completed Event Management trainee program.

Preferred candidate has completed PSS or equivalent training.

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