JOB SUMMARY Prepares all event documentation and coordinates with Sales, property departments and customer to ensure consistent, high level service throughout the pre-event, event and post-event phases of property events. This position primarily handles complex events. Ensures a seamless turnover from sales to service back to sales. Recognizes opportunities to maximize revenue by up-selling and offering enhancements to create outstanding events. Supports and acts on behalf of the Director of Event Management or Director of Event Planning and Operations in his/her absence. Serves as the event planner's primary contact (following turnover) on property and is responsible for his/her experience. CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience • High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the event management or related professional area. OR • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; no work experience required. CORE WORK ACTIVITIES Executing Event Operations • Solve problems and/or suggest alternatives to previous arrangements if necessary. • Leads pre-event and post-event meetings for assigned groups. • Identifies operational challenges associated with his/her group and works with the property staff and customer to solve these challenges and/or develop alternative solutions. • Manages customer budgets to maximize revenue and meet customer needs. • Oversees his/her customer experiences from file turnover through the post event phase until turnover back to sales. • Conducts pre- and post-event meetings as required to review/communicate group needs and feedback. • Manages group room blocks and meeting space for assigned groups. • Adheres to all standards, policies, and procedures. • Celebrates successes and publicly recognizes the contributions of team members. Executing the Sales and Marketing Strategy • Up-sells products and services throughout the event process. • Participates in customer site inspections and assists with the sales process when necessary. • Acts as liaison between field sales person and customer throughout the event process (pre-event, event, post-event). Managing Profitability • Manages revenue and profitability associated with events. • Forecasts group sleeping rooms and event revenue (catering and audio-visual) for his/her groups. • Reviews billing and payments with clients. Providing Exceptional Customer Service • Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels. • Handles guest problems and complaints. • Makes presence known to customer at all times during entire event process. • Follows up with customer post-event. • Greets customer during the event phase and hands-off to the Event Operations team for the execution of details. • Strives to improve service performance. • Sets a positive example for guest relations. • Reviews comment cards and guest satisfaction results with associates. • Coordinates and communicates verbally and in writing with customer (internal and external) regarding event details.
