Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts Jasper Alberta Meetings and Events Planner

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Municipality of Jasper; On-site; CAD 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Alberta is seeking a full-time Meetings and Events Planner to manage high-end events, ensuring exceptional service standards and guest satisfaction. The ideal candidate has experience in luxury planning, strong project coordination skills, and a customer-focused approach. This position offers various benefits and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Disability insurance

Discounted or free food

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of luxury hotel or high-end event planning experience.
• Strong project coordination abilities and organizational skills.
• Budget management knowledge for luxury events.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to define event requirements and budgets.
• Develop creative menus in collaboration with the culinary team.
• Manage on-site execution and resolve last-minute changes.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma in Hotel/Event Management

Job description

Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts Jasper Alberta Meetings and Events Planner

Location: Alberta, Canada

Position: Full-time Meetings and Events Planner

Pay: $55,000 per year

Overview

Post Hotel & Spa in Lake Louise, AB is seeking a full-time Meetings and Events Planner. The role promotes The Post as a luxury meeting and event destination and ensures exceptional guest satisfaction for conferences, weddings, and special events. The position serves as the primary point of contact for group events and weddings and oversees flawless delivery of hotel events and functions while maintaining the highest standards of service.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to define event requirements and budgets, ensuring alignment with the Post Hotel’s luxury standards.
• Develop creative menus in collaboration with the award-winning culinary team, including wine pairings from the extensive wine cellar.
• Design detailed event orders (BEOs) and distribute weekly function schedules.
• Coordinate venue arrangements, fine dining experiences, premium rentals, and staffing before/during events.
• Manage on-site execution and resolve last-minute changes with utmost professionalism.
• Ensure events exceed quality standards and client expectations, maintaining the Post Hotel’s reputation for excellence.
• Prepare detailed post-event billing and collect client feedback.
• Maintain meticulous records for all clients and functions.
• Respond to sales inquiries and conduct personalized hotel site inspections.
• Work closely with the Calgary Sales Office for all contracted groups and bookings.
• Assist with setup and teardown of luxury weddings and conferences when needed.
• Perform other assigned duties as required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of luxury hotel or high-end event planning experience.
• Exceptional customer service orientation with attention to detail.
• Strong project coordination abilities and organizational skills.
• Budget management knowledge for luxury events.
• Diploma in Hotel/Event Management (asset).
• Experience with fine dining and wine service (asset).
• Must have a flexible schedule to work evenings when needed.
• Physical demands include sitting, standing, bending, and lifting up to 30 lbs.
• Strong understanding of luxury hospitality standards.
• Knowledge of Relais & Châteaux brand standards is an asset.

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount

How to Apply

Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in joining, apply for this role.