Director of Events

Davidson Hospitality Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 82,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 35%

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

Teledoc service

Free Maintenance Medications

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Job summary

Davidson Hospitality Group seeks a Director of Events at Hyatt Regency Cincinnati to lead event planning and execution, coordinate with departments and clients, and drive profitable bookings. You will shape catering sales, pricing, and market strategies while ensuring exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, 5+ years in catering (hotels preferred), and strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years catering experience, hotels preferred.
• Strong business communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Experience with major Hospitality Sales CRM systems.
• Able to execute a Sales and Marketing Plan to enhance revenue.
• Creative in designing events and menus with culinary team.
• Strong time management and leadership experience.
• Confident, professional appearance and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead event planning and execution to deliver unforgettable experiences.
• Coordinate with sales, culinary, and operations for profitable bookings.
• Develop and manage catering pricing policies and markets.
• Review catering contracts and manage solicitation responsibilities.
• Select, train, and develop team members for event success.

Skills

Catering sales

Negotiation

Business communication

Time management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Property Description

Join the esteemed team at Hyatt Regency Cincinnati, located in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, Ohio! As a leading hotel in the region, we are seeking talented and passionate individuals to be part of our team. With our contemporary design, modern amenities, and commitment to exceptional service, Hyatt Regency Cincinnati offers a dynamic work environment where you can thrive in your hospitality career. As an employee, you will have the opportunity to provide exceptional service to our guests and create memorable experiences. With a commitment to employee development and growth, Hyatt Regency Cincinnati offers opportunities for advancement and career progression. Join our team and be part of a culture that values excellence, teamwork, and guest satisfaction.

Overview

Join our dynamic team as the Director of Events! We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead our event planning and execution. The ideal candidate will have exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, along with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. As the Director of Events, you will have the opportunity to coordinate with various departments and collaborate with clients to deliver exceptional events. The Director of Events is responsible for coordinating catering sales by establishing markets, goals and advertising techniques; coordinating with the Director of Sales to ensure profitable bookings; manage pricing policy of the property, ensuring proper payments for services rendered; developing and maintaining solicitation responsibilities; reviewing catering contracts; selecting, training and developing Team Members.

If you have a proven track record of success in event management, excellent communication skills, and are excited about the hospitality industry, we want you to join us!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years catering experience, hotels preferred
• Highly developed business communication and negotiation skills, both verbal and written
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Experience with major Hospitality Sales CRM systems
• Able to execute a Sales and Marketing Plan to enhance revenue
• Creativity in designing events and menus in conjunction with the culinary department to maximize operating profit
• Strong time management skills
• Previous experience leading and directing a team
• Confident and professional appearance

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.

• Bonus up to 35%
• 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.

Salary Range

USD $82,000.00 - USD $88,000.00 /Yr.