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The Director of Event Planning manages event planning functions and staff on a daily basis. Core area of responsibility is the event planning team, including management and direct supervision of event staff. Position oversees the administrative processes associated with the pre-event and post-event phases of an event and the associated transitions between all event phases. Ensures a seamless turnover from sales to operations and back to sales while consistently delivering a high level of service. Ensures the team maximizes revenue opportunities by up selling and accurately forecasting (catering and group rooms) all events. The position is responsible for achieving guest and employee satisfaction and for managing the financial performance of the department.
Job Responsibility:
Manages event planning functions and staff on a daily basis
Oversees administrative processes associated with pre-event and post-event phases
Ensures seamless turnover from sales to operations and back to sales
Maximizes revenue opportunities by up selling and accurately forecasting events
Achieves guest and employee satisfaction
Manages financial performance of the department
Assigns all events turned over to Event Planning team
Oversees function space and group room blocks
Leads execution of activities to support Event Management strategy
Reviews scheduled events and troubleshoots potential challenges
Manages customer budgets to maximize revenue
Maintains inventories to maximize customer satisfaction
Leads catering menu development process
Champions all standards, policies, and procedures
Leads Event Management meetings
Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints
Develops working relationships with outside vendors
Consult with customers to determine objectives and requirements for events
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business, or a related field preferred
At least 4 years of related experience required
Knowledge of accounting systems preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills
High level of customer service
Ability to focus on details and resolve numerical problems
Ability to work independently (and in a team)
Nice to have:
Degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business, or a related field
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