Event Manager - Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Hilton San Diego Bayfront; San Diego (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality brand as an Event Manager at a waterfront resort in San Diego. You will coordinate events, ensure high-quality service, and maintain client relationships in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates have event management experience and knowledge of property management systems. Enjoy a range of benefits including medical insurance, paid time off, and travel discounts.

Benefits

Access to DailyPay

Medical insurance

Mental health resources

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Matching 401(k)

Travel discounts with Go Hilton

Parental leave support

Employee stock purchase plan

Educational opportunities

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of event management experience.
• Knowledge of hotel property management systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate event documentation with Sales and clients.
• Organize, plan, and prioritize duties.
• Build and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Event Management

Client Relationship Management

Conflict Resolution

Tools

Delphi.fdc

Job description

Event Manager - Hilton San Diego Bayfront

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Hilton San Diego Bayfront's Events department is seeking passionate Managers! If you are dedicated to delivering memorable guest experiences, this role is for you. Our waterfront resort, located near the Gaslamp Quarter and Petco Park, features 1,190 guest rooms and over 170,000 square feet of elegant indoor and outdoor event spaces. Join us and discover why Hilton is ranked as the best hospitality brand to work for!

Classification: Full Time

Shift: Varies: AM/PM, including weekends and holidays

Hourly Rate Range: $30.00 - $34.00

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• 1-2 years of event management experience
• Knowledge of hotel property management systems (Delphi.fdc)

What Will I Be Doing:

As Event Manager, you will coordinate event documentation with Sales, hotel departments, and clients to ensure high-quality service throughout all event phases. You will facilitate a seamless transition from sales to service, identify opportunities to upsell, and serve as the primary contact for event planners post-turnover, ensuring a positive experience.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Organizing, planning, and prioritizing duties with clear communication
• Building and maintaining client relationships
• Understanding job systems, products, and processes
• Resolving conflicts and negotiating
• Influencing clients and internal teams
• Making decisions based on analysis and evaluation
• Ensuring high service quality through communication and coaching
• Participating in site inspections and supporting sales
• Performing other duties as needed
• Maintaining regular attendance

What Are We Looking For:

Hilton values qualities such as hospitality, integrity, leadership, teamwork, ownership, and a sense of urgency. We also seek attributes like quality, productivity, dependability, and customer focus.

Working at Hilton:

Hilton is a global leader in hospitality, committed to exceptional guest experiences. Our vision is "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality," and our team members are central to this mission.

The Benefits:

• Access to DailyPay for on-demand pay
• Medical insurance for you and your family
• Mental health resources
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Matching 401(k)
• Travel discounts with Go Hilton
• Parental leave support
• Employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount
• Educational opportunities and career development
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition programs

Work Location: Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Schedule: Full-time

Brand: Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Job Function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Hospitality

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

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