Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $43,000.00 - $71,700.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
wellness programs
Job Description
JW Marriott Turnberry Miami Resort & Spa is a prestigious luxury resort located in Aventura, FL, widely recognized for its exceptional hospitality and commitment to delivering unparalleled guest experiences. As part of the JW Marriott brand, the resort combines a rich tradition of luxury with an array of premier amenities, including world-class golf courses, exquisite dining options, and a renowned spa. The property caters to a diverse clientele ranging from leisure travelers to corporate groups, hosting a wide variety of events from high-profile weddings and social gatherings to corporate meetings and golf tournaments.
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Job Requirements
- Professional demeanor appropriate for a luxury environment
- Two to four years' experience in event management at a luxury property preferred
- Knowledge of CI-TY preferred
- Proven organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
- Possess sound strategic and tactical decision making skills
- Knowledge of catering and events market
- Knowledge of diverse events i.e. bar mitzvahs, corporate events, reunions, golf tournaments
- Proven ability to handle complex group, social event, traditional and ethnic weddings
- Able to communicate in the English language
- Able to work flexible schedules including holidays and weekends and able to perform multiple tasks
- Able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions
- Able to work in a fast paced environment
- Physically fit in order to lift, pull and push items up to 50 pounds
- Requires standing/walking/reaching and bending throughout shift
Job Qualifications
- Four-year university degree preferred or equivalent experience in luxury hotels/resorts
- Two to four years' experience in event management at a luxury property preferred
- Knowledge of CI-TY event management system preferred
- Proven organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Possess sound strategic and tactical decision making skills
- Knowledge of catering and events market
- Proven ability to handle complex group, social event, traditional and ethnic weddings
- Able to communicate in English
- Second language is a plus
- Able to work flexible schedules including holidays and weekends
- Able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions
Job Duties
- Build and maintain close relationships with meeting and event planners, the Sales team, and all operating departments/resort management
- Lead pre-event and post-event meetings for assigned groups
- Identify operational challenges associated with his/her group and work with the property staff and client to solve these challenges and/or develop alternative solutions
- Manage client budgets to maximize revenue and meet client needs
- Manage group room blocks and meeting space for assigned groups and special events
- Up-sell products and services throughout the event planning process
- Participate in client site inspections and assist with the sales process when necessary
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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