Convention Services Manager - Task Force

Davidson Hospitality Group; Charlotte Amalie (United States Virgin Islands); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical Coverage (Multiple Tiers)

Dental & Vision Coverage

Teledoc Service

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Descripción de la vacante

The Westin at Frenchman's Reef in St. Thomas is seeking an Event Planning Manager to act as a liaison between clients and hotel sales, guiding meetings and banquet events from setup through execution.

You will be on hand during events to resolve issues, propose alternatives, coordinate group room blocks, F&B, and billing, and drive upsell opportunities to maximize revenue. Bachelor's degree and 2+ years in hotel sales are preferred; strong negotiation, contracts understanding, and MS Office

Formación

• Bachelor's degree and/or 2+ years of hotel sales experience.
• 1 year food and beverage experience.
• Strong negotiation and contract interpretation skills.
• Developed business communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Understanding of Microsoft Office.
• Confident and professional appearance.
• Proactive, fast-paced and driven to succeed.
• Execute and support Hotel Customer Service Standards and Brand Standards.
• Work well under pressure and manage multiple projects.
• Effective communication with clients and staff.
• Creativity in designing events.
• Knowledge of banquet department operations and CRM systems such as Delphi/Daylight; brand CRMs preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate with clients and hotel sales to direct meetings and banquet functions during events.
• Be available on-site during events to solve problems and propose alternatives.
• Support group and catering customers with logistics of room blocks, F&B, and billing.
• Play a key role in re-booking group business and upselling to maximize profit.

Conocimientos

Hotel sales

Negotiation

Contract interpretation

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Public speaking

Time management

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

Delphi

Daylight

Marriott CI/TY

Starwood ISAC

Descripción del empleo

Property Description

Join the elite team at The Westin at Frenchman's Reef in breathtaking St. Thomas! Set against the stunning backdrop of the Caribbean, our reimagined resort is where luxury meets tropical paradise. We're looking for passionate and driven individuals to help us deliver world-class hospitality in a setting like no other. With exceptional amenities, including pristine beaches, a state-of-the-art spa, multiple dining options, and endless adventure opportunities, The Westin at Frenchman's Reef offers a dynamic work environment where your talents can shine. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to create unforgettable experiences for our guests in one of the world's most coveted destinations. Elevate your career in hospitality by joining us and be a part of the excitement and energy at The Westin at Frenchman's Reef.

Overview

Event Planning Manager acts a liaison between the customer and hotel sales person to provide direction and supervision during execution of meeting and banquet functions or event. Will be available to customers during event to solve problems and suggest alternatives to previous arrangements. They will directly serve group and catering customers in a proactive manner working with the logistics of group room blocks, food and beverage, public meeting space, and billing processes. Will play an important role in the achievement of re-booking group business for future dates while demonstrating effective upsell skills to obtain maximum profit.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and/or 2+ years of hotel sales experience.

1 year food and beverage experience.

Strong understanding of negotiation and interpretation of contracts.

Developed business communication skills, both written and verbal.

Understanding/knowledge of Microsoft office.

Confident and professional appearance.

Proactive approach, assertive and fast paced, driven to succeed.

Execute and support Hotel Customer Service Standards and Hotel's Brand Standards.

Work well under pressure.

Time management skills. Being able to work on multiple projects with desired outcome for each.

Ability to communicate effectively with public and other employees.

Creativity in designing events.

Working knowledge of banquet department (sets, AV equipment, scheduling, menu planning).

Ability to design menus in conjunction with the culinary department to maximize operating profit.

Experience with major Hospitality Sales CRM system, i.e. Delphi, Daylight and/or brand CRM such as Marriott CI/TY or Starwood ISAC is preferred.

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.