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Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Event Planning Manager

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, New Brunswick, New Jersey, us, 08933

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When you work in Hawaii, in addition to learning about the functional aspects of running a hotel — like the proper way to make a bed or how to best handle luggage — it’s critically important to understand Hawaiian culture and the spirit of ‘ohana, or ‘family.’ When opening the first Andaz property in Hawaii, our team participated in Hawaiian culture training to help us understand what ‘ohana truly means.

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.

The Event Planning Manager's primary focus is servicing Sale bookings. This position acts as the liaison between Meeting Planners and the hotel staff. Responsibilities include: administering the Sales agreement, detailing all Food, Beverage and A/V needs, managing room blocks and pick up, billing instructions and final review. Event Planning Managers also are the on-site contacts and are responsible for the smooth execution of all events.

Qualifications

A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment

Refined verbal and written communication skills

A minimum of 1-3 years of hotel event sales/event planning or comparable experience preferred

Must be proficient in general computer knowledgeCandidates should be extremely detail oriented, organized and beable to handle a fast paced environment

Prefer two years hotel experience or completed Event Management trainee program

Prefer candidate has completed PSS or equivalent training

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