Assistant Director of Events

Job Number 24144640
Job Category Event Management
Location Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway, 26/1 Dr. Rajkumar Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India VIEW ON MAP
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely N
Relocation N
Position Type Management

JOB SUMMARY

The position assists in the execution of all property events with a seamless turnover from sales to operations and back to sales. Ensures the team meets the brands target customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, focuses on growing event revenues and maximizes the financial performance of the department. Assists in the development and implementation of property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brands target customer and property employees and provides a return on investment.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED; 3 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.

OR

2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Assisting in Managing Event Management Operations and Budgets

Researches and analyzes new products, pricing and services of competition.

Reviews scheduled events and troubleshoots potential challenges/conflicts.

Ensures the property is apprised of all groups that will impact property operations.

Works with culinary team to ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.

Assists with the oversight of Event Operations including Banquets, Event Services and Event Technology.

Assists with the oversight of event planning team (BEO/Resume writers).

Ensures meeting space and corresponding heart of the house areas are cleaned and maintained.

Ensures furniture and equipment is maintained and inventory levels are kept in accordance to corporate guidelines.

Assists in the execution of brand service initiatives in event management areas.

Managing Profitability

Introduces ideas to leadership team to enable property to remain competitive.

Encourages calculated risk-taking to generate incremental revenue and deliver excellent guest service.

Develops working relationships with outside vendors and establishes prices and service agreements to enhance the event experience and to increase additional revenue opportunities for the property.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

Creates an atmosphere in all event management operations areas that meets or exceeds guest expectations.

Consult with customers in order to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, conferences, and conventions.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

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India
Karnataka
Tirthahalli Show on map Get directions