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Assistant Manager Events

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Description

  • Researches and analyzes new products, pricing and services of competition.
  • Reviews scheduled events and troubleshoot potential challenges/conflicts.
  • Assists in coordinating all groups that will impact property operations.
  • Assists in overseeing cleaning and maintenance of meeting space and corresponding heart of the house areas.
  • Assists in overseeing furniture and equipment maintenance and that inventory levels are kept in accordance to corporate guidelines.
  • Assists in the execution of brand service initiatives in event management areas.
  • Conducts daily walk-through of banquet floor to drive client satisfaction and maintain quality standards.
  • Develops working relationships with outside vendors and establishes prices and service agreements to enhance the event experience and to increase additional revenue opportunities for the property.
  • Assists in creating the annual banquet budget.
  • Creates an atmosphere in all event management operations areas that meets or exceeds guest expectations.
  • Consult with customers in order to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.

Responsibilities

  • High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.
  • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.

Hard Skills

  • Data Analytics
  • Scheduling and business planning
  • Customer relations
  • Opportunity analysis
  • Relationship building
  • Marketing research
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Budgeting
  • Partnership agreements

Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Problem-solver
  • Listening
  • Strategic thinker
  • Organized