What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Planning Manager - Quirk Hotel Richmond position at Joella's Hot Chicken?
Event Planning Manager :
The Event Planning Manager is responsible for planning, organizing and coordinating both functions and guest rooms for assigned group accounts, in accordance with hotel policies and quality standards, to ensure customer satisfaction, maximize profitability and generate return business. This position allows the Sales Manager and Director of Sales the opportunity to focus time on proactive selling.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Act as liaison between the hotel and group / event planner to ensure a successful event. This includes obtaining rooming lists, establishing billing, overseeing group room blocks, welcoming VIP's, overseeing amenity requests, handling on site event logistics, coordinating outside vendors, and enforcing the contract.
Details and up-sells the client at "turnover" of the group / event from the sales person. This will include verification and modification of space requirements, audio-visual, times, equipment, menus, themes / decorations, etc.
Handles event-only bookings of any segment within a 30-day window
Oversees billing details for hotel groups to include processing of deposits, credit card authorizations and direct bill applications in coordination with the finance department.
Works with the Director of Sales to generate an accurate monthly forecast of group food and beverage revenue associated with all group events. Ensures monthly goals are attained to maximize revenue.
General Responsibilities
