Group Event Services Manager at Four Seasons DC

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Dynamic and Detailed Group Event Services Manager to join their team in Washington, D.C. This role offers the chance to work in a luxury environment, ensuring exceptional experiences for high-profile clients. You will negotiate event requirements, supervise execution, and bring creativity to catering offerings. The company prides itself on a supportive culture that values personal growth and development. With competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, this is an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in hospitality.

Benefits

Medical & Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Complimentary Life Insurance

Paid Holidays, Sick, and Vacation Time

401K Retirement Plan

Employee Meals

Complimentary Room Nights at Four Seasons Hotels

Training and Development Opportunities

Personal Education Reimbursement Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in managing group events and client negotiations.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with clients and finalize event requirements.
• Supervise execution of all groups and events.
• Conduct site inspections and liaise with vendors.

Skills

Event Management

Negotiation Skills

Client Liaison

Creativity in Catering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management

Relevant Certifications

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Located at the entrance of Georgetown, steps from world-leading institutions and historic monuments, the hotel is located at the crossroads of DC's social and political hubs. Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC is a timeless luxury experience where the tenured staff leverage a legacy of intuitive hospitality for high-profile guests, including global leaders and captains of industry. Discover modern luxuries at one of the top private fitness clubs and spas in DC and a culinary destination with Michelin-starred chef Michael Mina.

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members from around the world create special experiences for our guests through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We pride ourselves on creating a fun and supportive environment where our people are motivated to be their very best: where radical empathy, creative bravery and celebrating individuality are at the forefront.

Here Are Some Of The Benefits Our Four Seasons Employees Enjoy;

• Medical & Vision Insurance – 95% Covered! Dental Insurance – 100% Covered & Pet Insurance!
• Complimentary Life insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays, Sick, and Vacation Time
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Exciting Training and Development Opportunities
• Continual Personal Education Reimbursement Programs
• Complimentary Employee Meals
• COMPLIMENTARY room nights at Four Seasons Hotels around the world
• And much more!

The Opportunity:

The Four Seasons, Washington D.C. is currently looking for a Dynamic and Detailed Group Event Services Manager. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Event Sales, you will be part of a cohesive team with opportunity to build a successful career with global potential. Responsibilities will include: negotiation with clients, finalizing the requirements of confirmed bookings, conducting site inspections with potential clients, ensuring that all involved departments have the most updated information in regards to group and event requirements prior to arrival, supervising the execution of all groups and events, infuse creativity into our catering offerings, attending meetings with hotel teams and clients, finding solutions to any challenges that may arise, being the liaison for all vendor/supplier related client needs, and contributing to the preparation of forecasts and budgets.

Compensation:

$78,000 Annual Salary

Visa Requirements:

Must already be legally permitted to work in the United States. Applicants without valid work authorization for the United States will not be considered.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran and need a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, please contact our Human Resources Office at 202-944-2071

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf