Event Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $25.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

competitive pay
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Same Day Pay
Hotel and travel discounts
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Flexible spending account
Group Life Insurance
short-term disability insurance
voluntary life insurance
long-term disability insurance
401(k)
exclusive discounts
Wireless discount
Free parking
Discounted food and beverage
Discounted Dry Cleaning
Safety shoe discount
Professional Development

Job Description

Renaissance Milwaukee West, a distinguished Marriott Premium Distinctive and AAA Four Diamond Hotel, is a premier destination that infuses luxury and local culture to create unique experiences for guests. Managed by Concord Hospitality Enterprises, a top-tier franchisee recognized for its commitment to quality and culture, this hotel embodies a commitment to excellence and a vibrant team spirit. Renaissance Hotels are known for celebrating spontaneity and discovery, encouraging a connection with their surroundings and welcoming guests as part of the local neighborhood's fabric. Concord Hospitality fosters a workplace environment centered on its five key cornerstones: Quality, Integrity, Community, Profitability, and Fun,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience in event management or hospitality
  • Ability to communicate clearly and professionally
  • Strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities
  • Flexible availability including nights and weekends
  • Proactive and self-motivated work ethic
  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams

Job Qualifications

  • Experience as an Event Manager or comparable role in a full-service hotel
  • Knowledge of event management and hospitality industry best practices
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in digital sales systems and event management software
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Marriott experience is a plus
  • Basic knowledge of hotel food and beverage operations

Job Duties

  • Provide the highest levels of customer service to internal partners and external clients at all times
  • Effectively and efficiently monitor and manage all aspects of the pre-event, event, and post-event details
  • Track, detail, and communicate particulars of each assigned event and group, including but not limited to room blocks, meeting space, special concessions, group history, cut-off and other key dates, contract clauses, group resumes, event orders, and billing details
  • Deliver a successful experience for the planner and attendees with the goal of garnering both repeat and referral business
  • Collaborate with entire hotel operations in a unified way, one that fosters teamwork and embodies a flexible, creative, and entrepreneurial spirit
  • Respond in a quick, timely, and professional manner to internal partners and external clients
  • deliver clear and concise communication representative of Concord and hotel brand
  • Demonstrate excellent time management, self-motivation, and proactive planning with a keen focus on detail
  • Gain comprehensive knowledge of hotel’s beverage and food products, pricing and presentation, function space, audio visual, and any other details related to event success
  • Learn and use digital sales systems and understand the hotel's revenue strategies, including product pricing, budgeted goals
  • prepare for and participate in internal meetings, conference calls, reporting, planning, training, and other communications
  • Perform other duties as required

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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