AsstDir-Event Mgmt

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts in Saudi Arabia seeks a Management-level professional to support the execution of property events, driving seamless turnover from sales to operations and back. The role focuses on meeting brand customer needs, employee satisfaction, and maximizing event revenues while delivering ROI across the department.

The candidate will aid in developing property-wide strategies that align with brand standards and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a bustling event

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 3 years experience in event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing Event Operations and budgets, ensuring brand standards and event success.
• Review scheduled events, troubleshoot conflicts, and coordinate with culinary and operations teams.
• Ensure proper communication with groups and manage space, inventory, and equipment per corporate guidelines.
• Support brand service initiatives in event management areas.

Skills

Event management

Budget management

Vendor relations

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year college degree in Hospitality/Business

Job description

Additional Information

Job Number: 26128982

Job Category: Event Management

Location: King Abdulaziz Road, Ajyad Area, Makkah 13700, Saudi Arabia VIEW ON MAP

Schedule: Full Time

Located Remotely?: N

Position Type: Management

Job Summary

The position assists in the execution of all property events with a seamless turnover from sales to operations and back to sales. Ensures the team meets the brand's target customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, focuses on growing event revenues and maximizes the financial performance of the department. Assists in the development and implementation of property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand's target customer and property employees and provides a return on investment.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 3 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.

OR

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Assisting in Managing Event Management Operations and Budgets

• Researches and analyzes new products, pricing and services of competition.
• Reviews scheduled events and troubleshoots potential challenges/conflicts.
• Ensures the property is apprised of all groups that will impact property operations.
• Works with culinary team to ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
• Assists with the oversight of Event Operations including Banquets, Event Services and Event Technology.
• Assists with the oversight of event planning team (BEO/Resume writers).
• Ensures meeting space and corresponding heart of the house areas are cleaned and maintained.
• Ensures furniture and equipment is maintained and inventory levels are kept in accordance to corporate guidelines.
• Assists in the execution of brand service initiatives in event management areas.

Managing Profitability

• Introduces ideas to leadership team to enable property to remain competitive.
• Encourages calculated risk-taking to generate incremental revenue and deliver excellent guest service.
• Develops working relationships with outside vendors and establishes prices and service agreements to enhance the event experience and to increase additional revenue opportunities for the property.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Creates an atmosphere in all event management operations areas that meets or exceeds guest expectations.
• Consult with customers in order to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

At Le Méridien, we are inspired by the era of glamorous travel, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savouring the good life. Our guests are curious and creative, cosmopolitan culture seekers that appreciate moments of connection and slowing down to savour the destination. We provide authentic, chic and memorable service along with experiences that inspire guests to savour the good life. We’re looking for curious and creative people to join our team. If you appreciate connecting with like-minded guests and have a deep desire to create memorable experiences, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Le Méridien. In joining Le Méridien, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.

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