Event Planning Manager

Davidson Hospitality Group; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

Teledoc service

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Job summary

Davidson Hospitality Group seeks an Event Planning Manager in Salt Lake City to coordinate end-to-end events, liaise with hotel sales, and oversee group blocks, catering, meeting space, and billing. The role demands leadership under pressure and strong communication with clients and team members.

The ideal candidate has Marriott CI/TY and hotel event planning experience, plus proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems. Excellent time management and professional presence are required.

Qualifications

• Experience negotiating and interpreting contracts is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work under pressure.
• Proven professionalism and confidence in a guest-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all aspects of events from planning to execution.
• Serve as liaison between customer and hotel sales for events.
• Be available during events to solve problems and suggest alternatives.
• Manage group room blocks, food and beverage, meeting space, and billing.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Time management

Professional appearance

Public speaking

Team communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

Property Description

Bring Your Career to Life at Asher Adams!Be part of something extraordinary in Salt Lake City. Asher Adams, located in the iconic Union Pacific Depot, is where historic charm meets modern luxury-and we're building a team to match. Here, every role plays a part in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests and making this landmark hotel a destination in the heart of downtown.At Asher Adams, you'll find more than just a job-you'll discover opportunity. Whether you're passionate about delivering world-class service, growing your career, or being part of a dynamic, supportive team, this is your chance to shine. Join us and help shape the future of hospitality in Salt Lake City!

Overview

We're seeking a creative and detail-oriented Event Planning Manager to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of events, from initial planning to execution, to ensure that our guests have an unforgettable experience. The 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.

If you're a natural leader, love a fast-paced environment, and thrive under pressure, then we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Marriot CI/TY experience is required
• Hotel Event Planning experience required
• Strong understanding of negotiation and interpretation of contracts
• Developed business communication skills, both written and verbal
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft office
• Present a professional appearance and confidence
• Ability to communicate effectively with public and other Team Members
• Strong time management skills, and ability to work under pressure
• Experience with major Hospitality Sales CRM systems

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.