Event Planning Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $52,500.00 - $87,100.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Flexible Schedule

Job Description

Avion Hospitality is a distinguished hospitality company renowned for delivering exceptional service and memorable experiences to guests across its portfolio of hotels. Specializing in hotel management, Avion Hospitality emphasizes fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and community involvement. The company operates numerous properties characterized by high standards of quality and commitment to guest satisfaction within the dynamic hotel industry. As a leader dedicated to enhancing hotel performance through strategic sales and event management, Avion Hospitality plays a vital role in shaping the hospitality landscape by providing unparalleled service and superior facilities.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Previous convention/event and catering sales experience preferred
  • Valid driver's license for the applicable state
  • Developed verbal and written communication skills to frequently negotiate, convince, sell and influence other managerial personnel, hotel guests and/or corporate clients
  • Experience with professional selling skills desired
  • Proficient in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks
  • Strong organization and presentation skills

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous convention/event and catering sales experience preferred
  • Creativity and knowledge of food and beverage/events desired
  • Valid driver's license for the applicable state
  • Developed verbal and written communication skills
  • Experience with professional selling skills desired
  • Proficient in general computer knowledge especially Microsoft Office products
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
  • Strong organization and presentation skills

Job Duties

  • Effectively attain assigned meeting planner satisfaction scores, revenue goals, as well as food and beverage goals
  • Proactively conduct solicitation calls, conduct tours, and entertain clients specific to needs respective to the assigned property
  • Monitor and evaluate trends within your market segment
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner
  • Adhere to Avion Hospitality's established regulations, company standards, catering/meeting standards and related catering sales metrics
  • Develop a full working knowledge of the operations and policies of the hotel and applicable departments
  • Demonstrate ability to deliver banquet event orders on a timely basis (10 days) and ensure accuracy
  • Ensure changes are communicated timely to impacted departments/operations leaders
  • Maintain strong visibility in local community and industry organizations
  • May assist in implementing and/or participating in special promotions relating to direct sales segments
  • Attend daily/weekly/monthly meetings and any other functions required by management
  • Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager or Director of Sales

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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