Executive Meeting Manager

1-Hotels-5; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels in New York seeks an Executive Meeting Manager to lead catering and events, motivate a team, elevate service standards, and foster a learning-focused environment. The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and hands-on execution to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years of similar experience, a post-secondary diploma, and a proven track record in guest and staff engagement, with demonstrated financial performance and excellent

Qualifications

• Passionate about catering & events and a minimum of 3 years of similar work experience.
• A post-secondary diploma or degree would be a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of booking and servicing small groups/events from all markets, a strong leader and a proven track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance.
• Excels at communication, both verbal and written.
• Is flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.

Skills

Catering & events

Leadership

Guest engagement

Team engagement

Budget/financial performance

Booking small groups/events

Communication

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree

Job description

Grow with us...Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us.Life is precious including the experiences we have with food and the people we share those experiences with Catering & Groups teams at SH Hotels & Resorts understand (and value) extraordinary people are both required to execute an exquisite experience for our guests.We’re currently in search of an Executive Meeting Manager who shares these values and will champion them. Who strives to be a leader second-to-none, knows how to motivate a team, elevate standards, and cultivate an environment for learning as we all continue to grow. We’re looking for a people magnet, a genius at anticipating obstacles and finding quick solutions. Most important, someone who’s not afraid to get in the trenches with their team to achieve the ultimate outcome.Sound like you? We’d love to connect.(Inside Tip: This role was made with room to grow for a service-minded rockstar.)About you...Passionate about catering & events and a minimum of 3 years of similar work experience.A post-secondary diploma or degree would be a plus.Advanced knowledge of booking and servicing small groups/events from all markets, a strong leader and a proven track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance.Excels at communication, both verbal and written.Is flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.About us...As a mission-driven company, our purpose is our true north, and our compass guides the way. The purpose we live by impacts the lives of our team members, drives the experiences for our guests, builds community with like-minded travelers and takes care of the planet we live in. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company and affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group.Salary Range: $75k - $80kStarwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.