Executive Meeting Manager

HEI Hotels & Resorts; Old Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts is seeking an Executive Meeting Manager to oversee group events at their iconic hotel in Greenwich. This role focuses on optimizing client satisfaction and revenue management while fostering a collaborative work environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in hospitality and strong sales skills.

Benefits

Health coverage

Paid time off

Pet insurance

401(k) with match

Hotel discounts

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in hospitality, specifically catering sales.
• Experience at a comparable hotel size and quality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly forecasts and annual budgets.
• Enhance meeting planner satisfaction scores.
• Coordinate with banquet and audiovisual departments.

Skills

Sales

Negotiation

Client Presentation

Communication

Team Motivation

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Delphi

Job description

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About Us
An iconic hotel in Greenwich, the Hyatt Regency Greenwich has been fully re-imagined, creating a new and unique experience in Fairfield County. With a focus on art, design, storytelling, and innovation, our hotel embodies Greenwich's rich cultural and natural tapestries, offering a home-like atmosphere infused with local history. We prioritize collaboration and a supportive work environment, providing benefits such as a hot meal, free parking, access to fitness facilities, and discounts at Hop Scotch Salon.

Overview
The Executive Meeting Manager leverages organizational skills to ensure profitable execution of all group events, meeting or exceeding revenue expectations, and fostering a high-performance culture within the Convention Services Department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Understand and manage monthly forecasts and annual budgets.
2. Enhance meeting planner satisfaction scores through effective strategies.
3. Optimize room rental charges and re-book repeat business.
4. Participate in industry organizations (NACE, MPI).
5. Apply strong sales, negotiation, and client presentation skills.
6. Coordinate with banquet and audiovisual departments for event success.
7. Develop creative event setups, menus, and functions in collaboration with culinary staff.
8. Oversee operations, including detailed execution of banquet event orders.
9. Manage vendor relationships to ensure client satisfaction.
10. Monitor group room blocks and generate detailed reports for departments.
11. Maintain consistent attendance and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

1. Experience in hospitality, specifically catering sales, with at least 1 year in the industry.
2. Experience at a comparable hotel size and quality.
3. High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s preferred.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Delphi.
5. Strong sales, revenue management, and team motivation skills.
6. Knowledge of hotel features, benefits, and market competitors.
7. Effective communication skills and ability to work under deadlines.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $70,000 - $75,000. Performance bonuses are available. Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, pet insurance, 401(k) with match, and hotel discounts. HEI Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.