Events Planning Manager OEM

The Marcus Corporation; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Schaumburg is seeking an Events Manager to enhance guest satisfaction and lead event planning. This role involves soliciting new business, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring successful event execution. Ideal candidates will have hotel experience and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Free shift meal

Travel, dining, and movie discounts

Health, Dental & Vision coverage

Life insurance

Short-term and Long-term Disability pay

Matching 401K

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months hotel experience; operational food and beverage experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of service flow and capabilities across all revenue areas.

Responsibilities

• Solicit new accounts and maintain relationships with existing clients.
• Supervise and attend the setup and execution of events.

Skills

Communication

Networking

Job description

Events Manager Equal Opportunity Employer

The Hyatt Regency Schaumburg is an upscale hotel located across from the Woodfield Mall, just 15 minutes from O’Hare. Recently renovated, it caters to a discerning clientele seeking value without sacrifice.

An essential part of the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg’s success is this role, which involves a hands-on approach to guest satisfaction and team leadership, shaping first and lasting impressions of the hotel.

We are immediately hiring an Events Manager.

Position Purpose: Responsible for soliciting new accounts, entertaining, and maintaining relationships with existing clients.

We Offer the Following Benefits:

• Free shift meal
• Travel, dining, and movie discounts
• Health, Dental & Vision coverage and Life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability pay
• Matching 401K

Essential Functions:

1. Travel to meet with or call individual corporate clients to solicit business.
2. Meet and greet clients, conduct property tours, promote facilities and services, and answer inquiries.
3. Develop client menus, write contracts and letters, and organize arrangements for social and corporate events.
4. Supervise and attend the setup and execution of events, coordinating with relevant departments to ensure proper service.

Position Requirements:

1. Minimum of six months hotel experience; operational food and beverage experience preferred.
2. Thorough knowledge of service flow and capabilities across all revenue areas.
3. Effective written and verbal communication skills with internal and external guests.
4. Ability to network and market the property effectively.