Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $52,700.00 - $87,300.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Free room nights
discounted room rates
Medical insurance
Prescription coverage
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Family Bonding Time
Adoption assistance
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Job Description
Hotel Kansas City sets the standard for grand hospitality and has been delivering an unparalleled guest experience since its opening in late 2020. This distinguished establishment has been recognized as one of the "Best New Hotels in the World" by Travel + Leisure and holds the title of Kansas City's newest number one hotel on TripAdvisor. Located in the historic Kansas City Club Building, the hotel combines Victorian-inspired décor with modern amenities to create a unique and memorable stay for its guests. Features such as hand-hewn walnut accents, stained glass windows, and multiple impressive food and beverage outlets reflect the... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality, marketing, business administration or related field preferred
- minimum of 3 years' experience in event planning or hotel event management
- strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- excellent problem-solving capabilities
- availability to work variable hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- proficiency in event management software and MS Office
- ability to handle multiple projects and work under pressure
Job Qualifications
- Experience in event planning or related hospitality field
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- proven ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
- knowledge of banquet and catering services
- proficiency in budgeting and financial forecasting
- ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- customer-focused mindset
- ability to build and maintain vendor relationships
- experience working with wedding market and other event segments
Job Duties
- Approach work relationships with an empathy-forward mindset and contribute to strong team morale
- gain insights into guest needs and deliver solutions that meet customer expectations
- plan, upsell and detail programs with clients including verification and modification of space requirements, times, equipment, menus, themes, decorations
- communicate client requirements to all hotel departments through event resumes, event orders, and meetings
- forecast banquet food and beverage revenues
- monitor and control event budgets to maximize revenues and minimize expenses while ensuring quality
- represent the department and hotel professionally at client and industry functions
- develop and maintain positive relationships with vendors and suppliers
- review billing and post-conference reporting with meeting planners
- provide a service culture that promotes positive event satisfaction and sustained revenue achievement
- perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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