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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $60,100.00 - $73,600.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401k
discounted room nights
Free Meals
Employee parking
Job Description
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place is a premier hotel located in Chicago, offering an unparalleled experience for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel boasts over 1,258 guest rooms and 53 suites, providing spacious and comfortable accommodations. With more than 13,000 square feet of meeting space within the hotel and an additional nearly 30,000 square feet available at its adjoining conference center, Hyatt Regency McCormick Place serves as an ideal location for hosting everything from intimate meetings to large-scale conferences and trade shows. The hotel features a variety of dining options including international cuisine at Third Star and casual ramen bowls... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, event planning, or related field preferred
- Minimum 3 years of experience in event planning or management
- Proven track record of coordinating large-scale events with 250 rooms and above
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Proficiency in event management software
- Flexibility to work on-site as well as hybrid work options
- Strong customer service orientation
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, event planning, or related field preferred
- Proven experience in managing complex events and group functions
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams
- Proficiency in event management software and MS Office applications
- Knowledge of budgeting and financial monitoring in events
- Customer-focused with a problem-solving attitude
Job Duties
- Serve as the primary contact for clients coordinating mid-size to large, complex group events including meetings, conferences, galas, and trade shows
- Manage all aspects of the event planning lifecycle from initial detailing, menu planning, and floor plans to execution and post-event follow-up
- Partner with Event Sales, Operations, and Culinary teams to ensure seamless service delivery and a consistent guest experience
- Coordinate logistics including AV needs, room setups, F&B requirements, timelines, and billing
- Maintain detailed and organized Event Orders, diagrams, and communications for internal teams
- Lead pre-event meetings with clients and internal teams and conduct site visits and client planning meetings as needed
- Foster strong relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and positive word-of-mouth
- Monitor group revenues, labor costs, and up-sell opportunities to maximize profitability
- Ensure events are executed in compliance with Hyatt brand standards and property SOPs
- Represent the hotel at industry events and networking functions as required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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