Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $60,100.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Referral bonuses
discounted room nights
Financial perks
Job Description
The Hyatt Regency New Orleans, acclaimed as the #1 hotel in New Orleans and ranked #23 overall among the Top 250 Meeting Hotels in North America by Cvent, stands as a premier destination for visitors seeking a combination of vibrant city energy and distinguished hospitality. Located in the heart of downtown New Orleans, this upscale hotel benefits from proximity to iconic landmarks such as Champions Square, Smoothie King Center, the historic French Quarter, the Arts District, and the scenic Mississippi Riverfront. With a remarkable inventory of 1,193 guestrooms and 200,000 square feet of flexible event space, the Hyatt Regency New... Show More
Job Requirements
- bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 1-3 years of hotel event planning experience
- proficient computer skills
- excellent communication skills
- ability to handle fast-paced environment
- attention to detail and organization
- time management and multitasking
- knowledge of contracts
- leadership skills
- knowledge of hotel operations
- ability to respond quickly to requests
- experience with rooming and VIP lists
- ability to increase revenue through upselling
- menu creation experience
- completed PSS training preferred
Job Qualifications
- minimum of 1-3 years of hotel event planning experience
- bachelor's degree and/or 2+ years of hotel and/or food and beverage experience preferred
- experienced in general computer knowledge and programs
- strong verbal and written communication skills
- ability to communicate effectively with public and team members
- professional appearance and confidence
- extremely detail oriented and organized
- strong time management and multitasking skills
- understanding of negotiation and contracts
- comprehensive knowledge of hotel operational departments
- positive leadership characteristics
- knowledge of meeting room setups and sleeping room configurations
- ability to respond promptly to meeting planner requests
- experience creating and managing rooming and VIP lists
- skills in managing meeting space to maximize revenue
- knowledge of revenue management principles
- ability to pre-check room setups prior to group arrival
- experience with event vendors and outside planners
- experience in client re-solicitation to capture future business
- expertise in upselling techniques and rooms management strategies
- experience creating and writing menus
- preferred completion of PSS or equivalent training
Job Duties
- administer sales agreements including food, beverage, and audio visual needs
- manage room blocks and pick up
- coordinate and manage meeting spaces
- oversee billing process and final review
- serve as on-site contact during event execution
- provide real-time problem solving and suggest alternatives
- develop and maintain relationships with meeting planners to maximize revenue through upselling
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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