Events Coordinator - Amenity & Planning

Job description

Gaylord Hotels is a multi-location hospitality brand guided by a single focus: extraordinary meetings and conventions. From guest rooms and meeting space, to entertainment and dining all in a self-contained environment, Gaylord Hotels makes meeting planning easy and provides attendees great networking opportunities. As a Gaylord Hotels STAR, you'll bring your warm smile, genuine excitement and a “consider it done” spirit to work. In return, you'll experience the rewards of growing your career among a team of professionals with a passion for excellence. Ready for a change? Take the initiative. Enjoy the Rewards.

Desired profile

Qualifications :

JOB SUMMARY

Manages and coordinates catering and conference service activities, services, and client specifications to deliver smooth execution of executive meeting and tour group functions and events requiring food and beverage services. Manages group room blocks and coordinates the collection of attrition for groups with the Reservations and Accounting departments. Provide accurate group revenue and expense forecasts according to established guidelines. Communicate client specifications to appropriate operational departments and monitor implementation and execution of said expectations.




CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 2 years experience in hospitality.

OR

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in Hospitality or related major; 1 year experience in hospitality.




CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Meeting Services

• Manages and coordinate catering and conference service activities, services, and client specifications to deliver smooth execution of executive meeting and tour group functions and events requiring food and beverage services.

• Manages room blocks and coordinate the collection of attrition for groups with the Reservations and Accounting departments.

• Develop and distribute communications relating to planning and execution of group functions, including, but not limited to group resumes, banquet event orders, and room sets according to established guidelines.

• Provides accurate group revenue and expense forecasts according to established guidelines.

• Manages and distributes function and event changes to operating departments during function execution.

• Monitors client specifications to promote smooth execution and client satisfaction.




Partnering with Other Departments

• Partners with Conference Services department leaders and other operational departments to facilitate all group specifications and contractual requirements.

• Partners with Meeting Planner(s) and the Culinary team to customize menus and budgets, as needed, for each assigned group.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.