EVENT SERVICES MANAGER ($76,700 - $115,300)

Hyatt is a global hospitality company known for its commitment to delivering authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences to every guest. The organization prides itself on a culture that combines innovation, respect, service orientation, and inclusion. Hyatt fosters an environment where associates are not only expected but empowered to exceed expectations, opening doors to exciting career opportunities within the hospitality industry. The company is well-regarded for its strong focus on internal promotion, offering numerous development and career path options to help employees advance within the organization. Hyatt Regency Long Beach, part of this world-class organization, seeks to maintain its exceptional reputation by employing talented and passionate individuals dedicated to superior guest service and operational excellence.

The Event Services Manager at Hyatt Regency Long Beach plays a pivotal role within the Food and Beverage department, collaborating closely with the Food and Beverage Director and other hotel teams to ensure seamless execution of events. This full-time management position requires outstanding leadership and organizational skills, as the Event Services Manager oversees daily operations of the Events Department, providing support and guidance to banquet teams, Catering and Convention Services, floor department staff, and banquet beverage personnel. The role involves supervising, empowering, and motivating a diverse team while ensuring that all events meet the highest standards of food, beverage, and guest experience.

Key responsibilities include managing banquet staffing and equipment needs proactively, coordinating execution of events with multiple departments including Culinary and Stewarding, and creating innovative décor concepts for banquet spaces. The manager is also tasked with administrative duties such as payroll facilitation, forecasting, point-of-sale procedure oversight, inventory management, and budgeting for food and beverage functions. Regular inspections of banquet departments and function spaces ensure compliance with Department of Health regulations and Hyatt corporate standards.

Hyatt Regency Long Beach emphasizes career growth, with many management staff promoted from within, and the Event Services Manager role serving as a stepping stone to higher positions such as Assistant Food and Beverage Director. The salary range for this role is $76,700 to $115,300, with actual compensation determined by individual experience and education. Employees must be prepared to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays, which is reflective of the dynamic nature of the hospitality industry. Success in this position requires high energy, creativity, motivational leadership, and a deep commitment to exceptional customer service, contributing to a positive and professional work environment where talent is nurtured and rewarded.