Events | Area Event Planning (Catering) Manager

Hyatt Regency Seattle, Hyatt at Olive 8, and Grand Hyatt Seattle are prestigious hotels known for their exceptional hospitality and commitment to delivering unforgettable guest experiences. Each property offers unique event spaces and luxurious accommodations located in the vibrant city of Seattle. As part of the Hyatt global brand, these hotels focus on providing world-class service, state-of-the-art facilities, and exceptional dining and entertainment options that cater to both business and leisure travelers.

The Area Event Planning (Catering) Manager plays an essential role across these three renowned Hyatt properties, specializing in managing group events and catering functions that bring people together for memorable occasions. This position is pivotal in ensuring seamless communication between Meeting Planners and hotel departments, acting as the primary liaison to coordinate all details related to event execution. Responsibilities include managing sales agreements, detailing food, beverage, and audio/visual requirements, handling room blocks, overseeing pick-up schedules, and managing billing and final reviews. The role also involves being the on-site contact during events to guarantee a flawless guest experience.

This position involves a dynamic blend of administrative precision, customer service excellence, and on-site operational management. The Area Event Planning (Catering) Manager must have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving to handle multiple events simultaneously with professionalism and grace. The role is salaried, with a range from $80,169 to $106,000 annually, where individual compensation is determined by several factors including experience, qualifications, and education. Additionally, this position is eligible for Hyatt's Sales Incentive Plan, providing performance-based rewards.

As a Hyatt colleague, you gain access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth. Benefits include medical and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, retirement savings options, life and disability insurance, as well as family-friendly offerings like new child leave and adoption assistance. Time off benefits are generous, with vacation time increasing based on years of service, paid holidays, sick leave, and compassionate and jury duty leaves.

The benefits extend further with perks such as relocation assistance, employee assistance programs, discounted rooms at Hyatt locations worldwide, complimentary rooms after a qualifying period, free meals during shifts, tuition reimbursement, transit subsidies, and discounted parking. Hyatt is recognized as a Great Place to Work for twelve years running in the U.S., fostering an inclusive, supportive culture where every employee can bring their authentic self to work and strive for excellence while enjoying industry-leading benefits and career advancement opportunities.