Events Manager

Tasmania; Port Douglas; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Incentive bonus 30%

Global incentive trip

Referral incentives

Flexible hours & locations

Training opportunities

Job summary

Sheraton Port Douglas invites an experienced Events Manager to coordinate meetings, events and wedding functions with a focus on flawless execution.

You will lead the events and sales teams, oversee banquet setups, and act as a Sheraton ambassador, creating memorable experiences for guests while driving loyalty and repeat business within our Marriott International community.

We offer a supportive environment with staff benefits and growth opportunities within the world’s largest hotel network.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar managerial role.
• Working rights in Australia.
• Enthusiastic to expedite your career.
• Self-motivated, energized in a fast-paced environment.
• Armed with smart solutions and a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate meetings, events and wedding functions with focus on flawless execution.
• Generate and manage Banquet Event Orders for upcoming events to guide the team.
• Oversee banquet setups prior to events and functions.
• Lead the sales team to deliver high-quality service and exceed guest expectations.
• Act as a Sheraton ambassador, creating a welcoming space for guests and community.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Customer service

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

• Responsible for managing the effective coordination & execution of meetings, events and wedding functions
• Generate and manage Banquet Event Orders for upcoming functions, meetings, conferences and events, ensuring the team focus on attention to detail
• Oversee Banquet set ups prior to commencement of events and functions
• Lead the like-minded Sales team to provide a quality of service and exceed guest expectations
• Act as a Sheraton ambassador, creating a space for the community to gather and belong
• Support the hotel's service and relationship strategy, driving customer loyalty by inviting, welcoming and connecting with our guests through each customer experience
• Work closely with the Catering and Sales team to maximise all potential business leads
• Build and strengthen relationships with existing and new guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service, enabling future bookings
• Be a confident and welcoming leader, creating a community that empowers your team to grow and reach their potential
• Plan and execute team building activities for your team as together we are better.
• Ensure you and the team uphold all company policies and procedures and complete all required managerial tasks in a prompt & thorough manner.

About the Employer

At the heart of local communities, Sheraton brings people together-both our guests and our associates. Discover a community-focused work environment where people care about each other and feel a sense of belonging. We invite you to join the Sheraton community as an Events Manager because together, we are better. Start your career at Sheraton, where you don't just work - you belong.

About the Candidate

• Relevant experience in a similar managerial role
• Working rights in Australia
• Enthusiastic to expedite your career
• Self-motivated, driven and energized in a fast-paced environment
• Armed with smart solutions and a can-do attitude

Work Environment

• Exclusive staff discounts on food and beverage and hotel rooms (including all properties within the Marriott International group) for you, your family and friends
• Highly lucrative performance-based incentive bonus with earning up to 30% of base salary, paid quarterly
• Global sales incentive trip for Elite Sales performers
• Commission earning potential for sales referrals to other Marriott International properties
• Be part of Life with the Works program where you can enjoy flexible working hours & locations, time off to pursue your passion through sabbatical leave, and paid leave during your birthday month
• Grow, develop, and progress with internationally recognized training programs, unlimited strategic development and exciting career opportunities within the Marriott International group
• Genuine care for associates' physical, emotional and financial wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to receive Employee Referral Incentives and get paid for working with your friend
• Work for the Largest Hotel Network in the World which values equality, diversity and inclusiveness