Director of Events

The Director of Events manages overall Event Sales and Event Planning standards including supervision of Event Managers and administrative staff. The Director should be proficient in all aspects of the Event Sales and Event Planning. Duties include: Responsible for short and long term planning and the management of Event Sales and Event Planning, including team and individual revenue contribution Develop and recommend the budget, marketing plans and objectives and manages within those approved plans Maintain or exceed budgeted sales and profits in all event areas Develop and implement effective marketing plans for generating catering revenues Experience evaluating each piece of event business to ensure business can be properly serviced Monitor sales performance of Event Sales Managers Ability to put together creative and innovative menus based on skills of the kitchen Work closely with Chef on pricing specialty menus Train, supervise and work with event staff, in order to solicit and book banquet and event functions, as well as the planning, merchandising and execution of the functions Work closely with Banquet Manager and their team to create and ensure quality levels are being met on a daily basis as well as enhancing overall banquet set-ups Leads event team to build long-term, value-based customer relationships that enable achievement of hotel Event sales objectives Administer all phases of the event department, including but not limited to sales, planning, marketing, servicing and administrative procedures Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. This is the Hyatt Touch.