Wedding and Events Planning Manager
About the position
Responsibilities
• Communicate event details to operating departments and customers in a timely and thorough manner following established procedures.
• Coordinate menu tastings with customers adhering to established procedures.
• Participate in site inspections to assist Catering Sales Managers in the selling process.
• Effectively utilize existing hotel software systems to manage time, event details, and for communication.
• Coordinate menus, room setups, audio-visual needs, parking, and other essential activities related to producing a successful event.
• Achieve all revenue and Medallia goals as assigned by the Director of Catering and Convention Services.
• Knowledgeable about all hotel (and competitive set hotels) capabilities (front desk/reservations/room service/catering).
• Merchandise function space and attain maximum room rental wherever appropriate.
• Understand and follow all guidelines relating to catering merchandising, space release and 'free sell' opportunities.
• Continuously refine product/concept offering.
• Active involvement in industry-related activities.
• Achieve budgeted catering (food, beverage, and room rental) revenue goals.
• Provide support and direction to administrative staff.
Requirements
• Regular attendance in conformance with the standards is essential to the successful performance of this position.
• Ability to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry.
• Attendance at all scheduled training sessions and meetings is required.
• Full compliance with Omni rules and regulations for the safe and effective operation of the hotel's facilities is mandatory.
• Development and implementation of individual Quarterly and annual Action Plans (KRA's).
• Timely submission of required reports.
• Maintenance of all accounts with current trace dates, accurate histories, and all relevant information regarding activity.
• Participation in the ongoing forecasting process.
• Current and abiding by all sales office procedures and systems.
• Active participation in sales and catering meetings.
Nice-to-haves
• Experience in the hospitality industry, particularly in event planning or catering management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple events simultaneously.
Benefits
• Full benefit package available after 60 days
• Competitive wages
• Discounted Associate Room Rates at Omni Hotels across the country
• Free Employee Meals
• A great family of co-workers
• Work for the most prestigious Hotel in Pittsburgh!
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Responsibilities
• Communicate event details to operating departments and customers in a timely and thorough manner following established procedures.
• Coordinate menu tastings with customers adhering to established procedures.
• Participate in site inspections to assist Catering Sales Managers in the selling process.
• Effectively utilize existing hotel software systems to manage time, event details, and for communication.
• Coordinate menus, room setups, audio-visual needs, parking, and other essential activities related to producing a successful event.
• Achieve all revenue and Medallia goals as assigned by the Director of Catering and Convention Services.
• Knowledgeable about all hotel (and competitive set hotels) capabilities (front desk/reservations/room service/catering).
• Merchandise function space and attain maximum room rental wherever appropriate.
• Understand and follow all guidelines relating to catering merchandising, space release and 'free sell' opportunities.
• Continuously refine product/concept offering.
• Active involvement in industry-related activities.
• Achieve budgeted catering (food, beverage, and room rental) revenue goals.
• Provide support and direction to administrative staff.
Requirements
• Regular attendance in conformance with the standards is essential to the successful performance of this position.
• Ability to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry.
• Attendance at all scheduled training sessions and meetings is required.
• Full compliance with Omni rules and regulations for the safe and effective operation of the hotel's facilities is mandatory.
• Development and implementation of individual Quarterly and annual Action Plans (KRA's).
• Timely submission of required reports.
• Maintenance of all accounts with current trace dates, accurate histories, and all relevant information regarding activity.
• Participation in the ongoing forecasting process.
• Current and abiding by all sales office procedures and systems.
• Active participation in sales and catering meetings.
Nice-to-haves
• Experience in the hospitality industry, particularly in event planning or catering management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple events simultaneously.
Benefits
• Full benefit package available after 60 days
• Competitive wages
• Discounted Associate Room Rates at Omni Hotels across the country
• Free Employee Meals
• A great family of co-workers
• Work for the most prestigious Hotel in Pittsburgh!
Apply Now
Apply Now