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Event Manager (Seasonal Summer 2026) - The Inn at Diamond Cove
Job Overview
Employment Type
Seasonal
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
flexible spending accounts
Supplemental insurance offerings
Paid Time Off Programs
Employee assistance program
401K Plan with employer match
Hotel discount travel program
Associate discounts on travel, entertainment, and retail
Training and development programs
Career advancement opportunities
Job Description
The Inn at Diamond Cove, a distinguished property under the Colwen Hotels portfolio, is currently seeking an experienced Seasonal Event Manager to join their dynamic team. Colwen Hotels is a renowned hospitality group celebrated for its collection of award-winning hotels across the United States. As an innovative and growing hotel company, Colwen Hotels emphasizes hard work, character, and authenticity while fostering forward-thinking concepts that enhance guest experiences. The group currently operates 40 hotels across 10 states, showcasing a robust presence in the hospitality industry. At the Inn at Diamond Cove, the Seasonal Event Manager plays a crucial role, acting as... Show More
Job Requirements
- 2+ years of sales and catering experience focusing on social events
- Proven success in social and corporate catering environments
- Prior experience in a hotel setting preferred
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- Excellent writing competency including grammar, punctuation, and spelling
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in computer applications, particularly Delphi systems
- Knowledge of standard computer software programs
Job Qualifications
- 2+ years of sales and catering experience with strong emphasis on social events
- Proven track record in social and corporate catering
- Previous hotel experience preferred
- Strong leadership skills
- Strong presentation skills
- Excellent writing skills including grammar, punctuation, and spelling
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills with experience in Delphi systems
- Familiarity with common computer software programs
Job Duties
- Work directly with hotel operations teams and clients to ensure perfect execution of meetings and events
- Manage event booking process including assessing client needs and recommending food, beverage, décor, floral, audio/visual, vendor, and venue options
- Serve as main point of contact for clients and oversee events through to execution
- Supervise banquet event execution and monitor banquet staff service
- Cultivate relationships with new and existing clients to generate business
- Formulate sales and marketing strategies for the hotel
- Organize and facilitate tours for potential clients
- Collaborate with sales team, revenue management, and hotel general managers to maximize profitability
- Coordinate with accounting to ensure accurate payment processing
- Ensure banquet team adherence to standards to achieve optimal sales service and client retention
- Proactively solicit new business to achieve sales and revenue goals
- Negotiate food and beverage pricing and other services
- Assist client in menu planning, room set up, and other services
- Detail banquet event orders and process client invoices
- Compile sales reports accurately and timely
- Maintain accurate records of all activities and transactions
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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