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Event Manager (Seasonal Summer 2026) - The Inn at Diamond Cove

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
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Compensation

Salary
Range $51,400.00 - $73,400.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical Insurance with Company-Funded HRA
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
flexible spending accounts
Wide-Array of Supplemental Insurance Offerings
Paid Time Off Programs
Employee assistance program
401K Plan - Traditional and Roth Options with Employer Match
Hotel Discount Travel Program for Associates and Family
Exclusive Associate Discounts - Travel, Entertainment, and Retail
Training and development programs
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

The Inn at Diamond Cove, a Colwen Hotels Property, is seeking a highly experienced Seasonal Event Manager to join their exceptional hospitality team. Colwen Hotels is renowned for its dynamic and rapidly growing portfolio of award-winning hotels and resorts. With a strong focus on hard work, character, and authenticity, Colwen Hotels is dedicated to delivering unparalleled guest experiences by cultivating innovative ideas and empowering employees to bring forward-thinking concepts to life. Their portfolio includes 40 hotels operating across 10 states, exemplifying their expansive reach and commitment to excellence in hospitality.

The Inn at Diamond Cove stands out as a remarkable destination within this portfolio, known for its warm hospitality and commitment to excellence in service. As a Seasonal Event Manager at this property, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the flawless execution of meetings and events that reflect the high standards upheld by Colwen Hotels. This position involves close collaboration with various hotel operations teams and clients, making you the central point of contact for all event-related interactions. Your responsibilities will encompass managing various aspects of event planning and execution, from understanding client needs and generating contracts to supervising banquet events and coordinating with sales and marketing teams.

This role requires a highly motivated, energetic, and detail-oriented professional who possesses previous experience in event management, particularly in the hospitality industry. As a Seasonal Event Manager, you will be instrumental in cultivating relationships with new and existing clients to drive business growth, formulating sales and marketing strategies, and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the entire event process. You will also coordinate with multiple departments to maximize property profitability while maintaining exceptional service standards. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work with a reputable hospitality group committed to professional growth and career advancement.

The Inn at Diamond Cove provides a welcoming and supportive work environment that values teamwork and innovation. The company also offers competitive benefits and perks, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, supplemental insurance plans, paid time off, employee assistance programs, 401K plans with employer matching, and exclusive associate discounts on travel and retail. With a strong emphasis on training and development, Colwen Hotels fosters career advancement opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.

If you are passionate about event management and thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment, this Seasonal Event Manager role at The Inn at Diamond Cove could be the perfect fit for you. Join a company that values authenticity, innovation, and dedication to creating memorable guest experiences while offering a career path with meaningful benefits and growth potential.

Job Requirements

  • 2 or more 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 leader of people
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Excellent writing skills with proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills including experience with Delphi systems
  • Familiar with common computer software programs

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years experience in sales and catering with 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 using 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, recommending food, beverage, décor, floral, audio/visual, vendor, and venue options
  • Serve as main point of contact for clients and oversee event execution
  • Supervise banquet events and monitor banquet staff service
  • Cultivate relationships with new and existing clients to generate business
  • Formulate sales and marketing strategies for the assigned hotel
  • Organize and facilitate tours for potential clients
  • Collaborate with sales team, revenue management, and hotel general managers to maximize profitability and guest satisfaction
  • Coordinate with accounting team to ensure accurate payment processing
  • Ensure banquet team adherence to standards for optimal sales service and client retention
  • Proactively solicit new business to meet sales and revenue goals
  • Negotiate food and beverage pricing and other services
  • Assist clients in menu planning and coordinate food, beverage, and room setup
  • Detail banquet event orders and process client invoices
  • Compile timely and accurate sales reports
  • Maintain accurate records of all activities and transactions

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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