Event Planning Manager

If you're looking for a career with our Inclusive Collection, please click here to view job postings.At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing excellent service and meaningful experiences.Andaz Miami Beach is now recruiting an Event Planning Manager to join the hotel’s opening team. An art-deco building and architectural landmark is home to the newest luxury lifestyle hotel located in the heart of Mid-beach. Opening in early 2025, the property boasts 287 guestrooms including 34 breathtaking suites and the ONLY Ocean-view arrival experience in Miami Beach.Position SummaryThe Event Planning Manager's primary focus is servicing Sale bookings. This position acts as the liaison between Meeting Planners and the hotel staff. Responsibilities include : administering the Sales agreement, detailing all Food, Beverage and A / V needs, managing room blocks and pick up, billing instructions and final review. Event Planning Managers also are the on-site contacts and are responsible for the smooth execution of all events.Position Responsibilities / Essential FunctionsResponsible for short and long term planning and the management of Event Sales and Event Planning.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 meets the expectations of the guests.Ability to put together creative and innovative menus based on collaboration with the Culinary.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 Director of Banquets 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.Qualifications Event Planning Manager Requirements and QualificationsA true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.Refined verbal and written communication skills.A minimum of 1-3 years of hotel event sales / event planning or comparable experience preferred.Must be proficient in general computer knowledge.Candidates should be extremely detail oriented, organized and able to handle a fast paced environment.Prefer two years hotel experience or completed Event Management trainee program.Good leadership skills.Ability to multitask and highly organized.Proficiency in various event software.As an Andaz Miami Beach colleague, you will enjoy the following benefits :

• Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with only a 30-day waiting period!
• 401K with company match
• Free Parking
• Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more.Hyatt is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.If you are a results-oriented individual with a passion for selling a vibrant, playful hotel with one-of-a-kind gathering places offering the perfect backdrop for meetings, weddings, and special occasions, become part of Miami’s first Andaz luxury lifestyle resort - Apply now!#J-18808-Ljbffr