meeting and event manager – metterra
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Description
At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do
We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that 'feed your inner explorer', we work hard to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.
At Hotels On Whyte, We Are Looking For Our Next Great Team Member To Join Us On Our Sales And Catering Team. We Are Committed To Providing You With
- Competitive wages
- An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
- Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you
- Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members
- Opportunity to grow with us
- A workplace that you can be proud of, where you are valued, trusted and supported by the team
Here Is What You Will Be Doing Each Day
As our Meeting & Events Manager, you will be responsible for selling catering-only and small event business for Varscona and Metterra Hotels, while servicing and detailing all assigned events on-property, including larger group events sold by Group Sales. Your role will own the Event Order/Banquet Event Order process and coordinate with hotel departments and clients to ensure accurate planning, smooth execution, and timely/accurate billing follow-up.
Does this sound like you?
You're a self-starter with a calm, professional disposition; able to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines. You have a demonstrated ability to sell and service/detail events with strong organization and attention to detail. You pride yourself on your strong customer service mindset and ability to handle issues diplomatically and effectively.
At Crescent Hotels & Resorts we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve. That's why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion. By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.
Qualifications
Previous catering/event experience in a hospitality setting required.
Behaviors
- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest (Required)
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group (Required)
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well (Required)
Experience
- Required
2 Years
Previous catering/event experience in a hospitality setting required.
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