Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $60,100.00 - $73,600.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
401K with company match
discounted room nights
Free room nights
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
Employee parking
Job Description
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place is a prestigious hotel located in the heart of Chicago, directly connected to the country’s largest convention center. With over 1258 guest rooms, 53 luxurious suites, and 13,000 square feet of prime meeting space inside the hotel itself, it offers an unparalleled setting for travelers whether visiting for business or pleasure. The hotel boasts a conference center with nearly 30,000 square feet of additional meeting space, making it an ideal venue for large-scale events, conferences, trade shows, and social gatherings. Guests can enjoy spacious accommodations, a variety of dining options including international cuisine at Third Star,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Associate's degree or higher
- Minimum 3-5 years of event planning experience in a full-service or convention hotel environment
- Experience with large market events
- Experience with union labor
- Refined verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and efficient typing
- Highly detail-oriented and organized
- Flexible schedule, some nights, weekends, and holidays are required
Job Qualifications
- Associate's degree or higher
- Minimum 3-5 years of event planning experience in a full-service or convention hotel environment
- Experience with large market events
- Experience with union labor
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and efficient typing skills
- Refined verbal and written communication skills
- Highly detail-oriented and organized
- Genuine desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment
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 (EOs), diagrams, and communications for internal teams
- Lead pre-event meetings with clients and internal teams
- 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)
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