Event Planning Manager

Hyatt Taleo; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay is seeking an Event Planning Manager to coordinate and execute sale bookings for events. You will serve as the liaison between Meeting Planners and hotel staff, detailing F&B and A/V needs and ensuring smooth on-site execution.

The role requires strong communication, detail orientation, and at least 1–3 years in hotel event planning or related experience. This is a full-time, on-site position with Hyatt's renowned service standards.

Qualifications

• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment with refined verbal and written communication.
• 1–3 years of hotel event sales/event planning or comparable experience preferred.
• Proficient in general computer knowledge.
• Extremely detail oriented, organized, and able to handle a fast paced environment.
• Two years hotel experience or completed Event Management trainee program is preferred.
• Completed PSS or equivalent training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the liaison between Meeting Planners and hotel staff for Sales bookings.
• Administer the Sales agreement and detail all Food, Beverage and A/V needs.
• Manage room blocks and pickup, billing instructions and final review.
• Act as on-site contact to ensure smooth execution of all events.
• Support the event team with planning and coordination as needed.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Computer skills

Event planning experience

Tools

PSS training

Job description

Event Planning Manager | TAM003387

Description

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.
The Event Planning Manager’s primary focus is servicing Sale bookings. This position acts as the liaison between Meeting Planners and the hotel staff. Responsibilities include: administering the Sales agreement, detailing all Food, Beverage and A/V needs, managing room blocks and pick up, billing instructions and final review. Event Planning Managers also are the on-site contacts and are responsible for the smooth execution of all events.

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it’s career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

This is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch.
Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

• A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment. Refined verbal and written communication skills
• A minimum of 1-3 years of hotel event sales/event planning or comparable experience preferred
• Must be proficient in general computer knowledge
• Candidates should be extremely detail oriented, organized and be able to handle a fast paced environment
• Prefer two years hotel experience or completed Event Management trainee program
• Preferred candidate has completed PSS or equivalent training

Primary Location

: US-FL-Tampa

Organization

: Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay

Pay Basis

: Yearly US Dollar (USD)

Job Level

: Department Head/Manager | Full-time

Job

: Catering/Event Planning