Sales and Events Coordinator

The 576 Mission Valley Marriott, situated in San Diego, CA, is a prestigious dual-brand hotel complex encompassing both the San Diego Marriott Mission Valley and the Element by Marriott Mission Valley. Known for its dedication to excellence in hospitality, this venue offers a comprehensive range of accommodations and meeting facilities totaling over 37,000 square feet of event space. Managed by Driftwood Hospitality Management, the establishment prides itself on delivering exceptional guest experiences through professional service and a well-coordinated team environment. As a full-service hotel, it caters to a diverse clientele including business travelers, vacationers, and event organizers, providing state-of-the-art amenities, culinary excellence, and spacious meeting venues that accommodate both small and large gatherings in the beautiful Mission Valley area of San Diego.

The Sales & Events Coordinator role at this dual-branded Marriott property is a vital position tasked with providing critical administrative, reporting, and operational support to the Sales and Events teams. Reporting directly to the Director of Sales & Marketing, this full-time role offers an hourly wage range of $22.00 to $24.00. The coordinator is instrumental in ensuring the smooth and efficient execution of daily departmental objectives across both brands, strictly adhering to the company standards and operational protocols. Ideal for proactive, detail-oriented candidates, this role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

This position involves managing a wide array of responsibilities including answering and routing sales and catering inquiries, managing daily operational reports and correspondence, maintaining lead logs across multiple market segments, and acting as a key point of contact in the absence of Sales or Catering Managers. The coordinator assists in preparing contracts, proposals, and various event documentation while facilitating communications between clients, internal sales teams, and hotel operations. They also manage event-specific logistics including producing banquet event orders, maintaining event files, and coordinating group housing functions when necessary.

The role demands strong organizational and time-management skills as well as proficiency with several proprietary and industry software systems such as CI/TY (Delphi.fdc), Cvent, Lanyon, MarrFP, MARSHA, BirchStreet, and STR/Hoteligence 360. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a multi-property environment and exhibit sound judgment and creative problem-solving capabilities. The Sales & Events Coordinator plays an essential role in not only supporting sales and event teams but also enhancing the overall client experience by ensuring seamless communication and efficient coordination of all event and sales activities at the property. This position also offers competitive benefits including health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and various employee discounts, reflecting Driftwood Hospitality Management's commitment to a rewarding workplace experience.