Meetings & Events Manager

Description

We are looking for a versatile and well-organized Meeting and Events Manager with an outward direct-sales focus to meet and exceed established sales targets.

Here is what we are committed to providing you with:

• An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members.
• Free parking, complimentary onsite gym access and highly competitive wages.
• Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you.
• Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members.
• Room discounts available worldwide within the Hyatt portfolio.
• Opportunity to grow with us.
• A workplace that you can be proud of, where you are valued, trusted and supported by the team.

Here is what you will be doing each day:

• As the Meeting & Events Manager, you will be the go-to person for creating exceptional experiences for our clients holding their Meeting & Events at the property.
• Respond in a timely manner to incoming catering & event opportunities.
• Conduct hotel site tours, formulate creative client presentations and tailor catering solutions to meet the clients needs.
• Preparing all event documentation & contracts - coordinating with sales, operations and the client ensure consistent, high level service throughout pre-event, event and post event phases.
• Attending client receptions, events and trade shows in order to showcase Hotel.
• Recognizing opportunities for upselling and maximizing revenue opportunities.

Does this sound like you?

• Graduate of a hospitality/event management program or similar background experience.
• Master at organizational skills and possesses a high attention to detail.
• Previous experience in a Sales or Events coordination role, Catering Management experience and/or Front Office operations is preferred.
• Loves speaking with clients, assessing their needs and turning their vision into reality for a perfect event.
• Has a team focused approach at work, recognizing that one can't do the work alone.
• Loves variety in their work, and can be flexible with a work schedule, that may include some evenings, weekends from time to time.
• Ability to communicate in both English and French (French not required, but a definite bonus!)

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts and Hyatt Place Ottawa West we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve. That’s why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion. By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.