Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $52,200.00 - $86,500.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
competitive salary
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401k with employer match
Paid Time Off
Uniforms Provided
team member hotel discount program
Job Description
Ascent Hospitality is a distinguished company renowned for its extensive portfolio of hotels and a robust pipeline of new properties and acquisitions. The company prides itself not only on its growth but also on a core philosophy centered around people. This commitment to fostering a positive culture ensures that both team members and guests enjoy a memorable and fulfilling experience. Ascent Hospitality’s dedication to a unified team environment makes it an ideal workplace for individuals who thrive in collaborative settings and are passionate about delivering exceptional service. The company values accomplished leaders who are passionate about serving others, excel in... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school education
- Prior experience in event planning in a hotel setting
- Experience with volume catering and meeting events
- Ability to lead and motivate a team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to multi-task and handle stressful situations
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Reliable and ethical work ethic
Job Qualifications
- High school education
- College education preferred
- Prior experience in event planning in a hotel setting
- Experience in volume catering and meeting events
- Ability to lead and motivate a team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Highly responsible, reliable and ethical
- Well organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to multi-task
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a vehicle
Job Duties
- Ensure events progress seamlessly by following established procedures and collaborating with other employees
- Handle local catering and group sales bookings
- Plan menus, set agendas, and coordinate hotel meeting services and amenities
- Prepare diagrams and meeting space designs to maximize event execution and space
- Ensure billing accuracy and conduct bill reviews with customers prior to final processing
- Manage group meeting spaces and function room blocks for assigned groups
- Identify operational challenges and develop solutions by working with property staff and customers
- Integrate current trends in event management and event design
- Partner with banquet and food and beverage operations teams to execute events
- Act as liaison between field salesperson and customers throughout the event process
- Participate in customer site inspections and assist with sales process
- Solicit feedback from property departments to improve event planning experience
- Develop strong community and public relations through participation in tradeshows and client events
- Participate in sales calls with Sales and Marketing teams to acquire or close new business
- Forecast group sleeping rooms and event revenue
- Assist in sales process and revenue forecasting for customer groups and events
- Support General Manager by coordinating crisis communications
- Work with Human Resources, Engineering and Loss Prevention to ensure compliance with regulations
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs
- Execute and support Service and Brand Standards
- Provide exemplary customer service to ensure satisfaction before, during and after events
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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