Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $85,000.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
holiday time off
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Paid parental leave
Personal Leave
Job Description
Rapport is a specialized division of FLIK Hospitality Group, dedicated to delivering exceptional guest and employee services, meeting and event planning, and conference center management. Unlike traditional recruitment agencies, Rapport emphasizes long-term career development by fostering an environment where ambassadors can thrive and advance in their careers. This division stands out by providing comprehensive training and development programs designed to support each team member's unique career goals, ensuring that every ambassador is equipped with the skills and knowledge required to excel and progress within the hospitality industry. Rapport’s culture promotes collaboration among a diverse global community, enabling employees to exchange... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of event planning experience
- Experience managing complex and large-scale events
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Proficiency with event management software and Microsoft Office
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to collaborate across multiple departments and external vendors
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or Event Management preferred
- Knowledge of venue operations and safety regulations
- Ability to mentor junior staff
Job Qualifications
- 5+ years of event planning experience, preferably in a venue, hotel, or hospitality environment
- Proven experience managing complex events and multiple priorities simultaneously
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- High attention to detail with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
- Proficiency in event management software, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules
- Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Event Management, or related field preferred
- Experience in a conference center, catering hall, or multi-space venue preferred
- Knowledge of banquet event orders, floor plans, and operational logistics preferred
Job Duties
- Manage all phases of event planning from initial inquiry through post-event follow-up
- Lead planning for large-scale, high-revenue, and complex events
- Develop detailed event timelines, floor plans, banquet event orders, run of shows, and catering proposals
- Conduct client site visits, planning meetings, and final walk-throughs
- Oversee on-site event execution to ensure flawless delivery and guest satisfaction
- Serve as primary point of contact for assigned clients
- Build strong client relationships and provide expert guidance throughout the planning process
- Coordinate with vendors including catering, multimedia, decor, rentals, and entertainment
- Negotiate vendor needs within venue guidelines and budgets
- Act as a mentor and resource for junior planners and coordinators
- Assist with training, onboarding, and best-practice development
- Collaborate with operations, culinary, and facilities teams to ensure alignment
- Provide on-site leadership during events and assist with staffing oversight
- Ensure events comply with venue policies, safety regulations, and local codes
- Monitor event budgets and final billing
- Identify opportunities for upselling and enhancing the guest experience
- Participate in process improvement and workflow optimization
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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