Events Manager

Rotana Hotels; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Dubai is seeking a dynamic Events Manager who will be responsible for the success of the catering and event segment. You will secure and plan various events while coordinating with hotel operations and clients. Applicants should have experience in event planning and a strong focus on client satisfaction. This role offers the opportunity to optimize hotel revenue and achieve monthly sales targets in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in catering and events management.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Secure business for meetings, events, and catering.
• Coordinate with hotel operations and clients for events.
• Optimize hotel revenue through strategic planning.

Skills

Event planning

Sales strategies

Client relationship management

Yield management

Job description

We are currently looking for dynamic and self‑motivated Catering Sales professionals who want to move their careers forward.

As an Events Manager you are responsible for the success of the meeting, catering and event segment of the hotel. You will secure the business, plan meetings/events, co‑ordinate with hotel operations and clients before, during and after each meeting/event. Your role will include key responsibilities such as:

• Responsible for selling off‑site events and locations
• Handle all meetings and catering enquiries according to standard procedures
• Act as a one‑stop shop for clients for detailed event planning and work closely with banquet operations, food & beverage management, rooms division operation, finance and external suppliers
• Satisfy the need of the clients whilst optimizing hotel revenue through strategic yield management and up‑selling of hotel facilities and services
• Work closely with the area sales MICE team to achieve monthly sales targets
• Conduct site inspections, client entertainment and familiarization
• Send all correspondence to clients regarding banquet events, such as proposals, confirmations or agreement letters, amendments, etc.