Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
On-site hotel covered parking
Discounted or free VIA Bus pass
Complimentary onsite cafeteria
Full Health Benefits after 30 days
401k options and match
Employee stock option plan
Paid Time Off
Sales performance incentive program
Discounted and complimentary hotel accommodations worldwide
Job Description
Hyatt is a globally recognized leader in the hospitality industry, renowned for its dedication to providing exceptional guest experiences through a team of caring and attentive associates. At Hyatt, the commitment to delivering efficient service and creating meaningful moments is evident in every interaction and service offering. The Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk stands as a flagship property within the Hyatt collection, featuring 1003 guest rooms and an extensive 115,000 square feet of versatile event space. Located in the vibrant city of San Antonio, this hotel serves as a premier destination for both leisure and business travelers, known for... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 3-5 years hotel event sales or event planning experience
- bachelor’s degree preferred
- strong computer skills
- excellent communication skills
- professional and confident appearance
- ability to work in a fast paced environment
- highly detail oriented and organized
- strong time management and multitasking skills
- proven leadership qualities
- knowledge of marketing and promotional strategies for event sales
- understanding of contract negotiation
- comprehensive knowledge of hotel operational departments
- knowledge of event set-up and room configurations
- ability to manage revenue through upselling and pricing strategies
- onsite presence required
- must engage with clients and vendors effectively
- timely and proactive client follow-up
Job Qualifications
- Minimum of 3-5 years hotel event sales or event planning experience
- completed event management trainee program or equivalent experience
- bachelor’s degree or 3+ years hotel or food and beverage experience preferred
- proficient in general computer applications
- excellent verbal and written communication skills
- professional appearance
- extremely detail oriented and organized
- strong time management and multitasking abilities
- demonstrated leadership skills
- experience creating marketing concepts and promotional events
- knowledge of contract negotiation and interpretation
- comprehensive understanding of hotel operations including guest services, reservations, housekeeping, audio visual, banquets, accounting, restaurants and engineering
- knowledge of meeting room set-ups and sleeping room configurations
- capable of upselling and implementing revenue management strategies
- able to engage effectively with meeting planners and vendors
- committed to timely follow-up with clients
Job Duties
- Capture local catering business including weddings, galas, social and corporate events
- maximize banquet space utilization to achieve and surpass sales targets
- sell and service banquet food, beverage and room rental
- conduct hotel tours and tastings for prospective clients
- plan menus and set event agendas
- review contracts ensuring accuracy and compliance
- facilitate communication between clients and hotel staff before, during and after events
- manage meeting space to optimize revenue potential
- maintain price integrity for rooms and food and beverage
- provide accurate forecasts and manage client accounts to secure future business
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Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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