ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF EVENTS ($83,600 - $125,500)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $83,600.00 - $125,500.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
employee discount
Job Description
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa stands as a pinnacle among luxury seaside destinations, offering guests an unparalleled combination of sun, surf, and sophisticated service. Nestled on the scenic coastline of Huntington Beach, California, this Spanish-inspired resort is renowned for its stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, superior guest amenities, and exceptional event spaces. Its expansive meeting rooms, world-class spa treatments, diverse dining options, and warm, attentive hospitality create an inviting atmosphere for both leisure and business travelers alike. The resort's commitment to creating meaningful experiences for guests is rooted in its core philosophy: "We Care for People So... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or related field preferred
- Minimum of 6 years in event sales or event planning with supervisory or management experience
- Previous Hyatt experience preferred
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities
- Proficiency with event management software and Microsoft Office
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights weekends and holidays
- Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Willingness to relocate if required
Job Qualifications
- A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment
- Good operational organizational administrative and interpersonal skills
- Finding solutions to difficult problems to enhance the event experience for the meeting planner and attendees
- Refined verbal and written communication skills
- Create and assist in preparing policies and procedures
- Must be able to train staff and enhance the experience of the events team
- Understand and support hotel’s overall goals and objectives
- Must be proficient in general computer knowledge
- 6 years in hotel event sales and or event planning in a supervisory management role
- Understand forecasting revenue and expense reporting
- CMP Certified preferred
- Has completed Key-Op Training
- Able and willing to relocate
Job Duties
- Assist with hiring training managing and coaching event colleagues
- Supervise various aspects of the Events department including Meeting Concierges Event Coordinators Event Trainees Event Planning Managers and Event Sales Managers
- Carry and achieve service group quota
- Collaborate with hotel operations to design and uphold service standards
- Drive colleague engagement and departmental success and efficiencies
- Liaison with associate leadership team to design and drive hotel metrics
- Step in for the Director of Events when needed
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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