What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Services Manager position at The Crescent Hotel Fort Worth?
Compensation Type: Yearly Highgate Hotels:
Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate’s portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry-leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry’s most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle.
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Overview:
The Events Manager at The Crescent Hotel, Fort Worth, is responsible for servicing events, including room blocks, social events, weddings, and corporate gatherings. This role is essential in ensuring seamless event execution and maintaining the highest service standards at the #1 hotel in Texas. Operating in a fast-paced luxury environment, the Events Manager acts as the primary liaison between clients and operational departments, ensuring flawless execution and an exceptional guest experience.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for event clients from the point of contract signing through event completion.
- Ensure all details for room blocks, social events, weddings, and corporate events are executed to the highest standards.
- Maintain open communication with clients, addressing inquiries and last-minute changes promptly.
- Collaborate with hotel departments including guest services, reservations, housekeeping, audio-visual, catering, accounting, and engineering to ensure smooth event execution.
- Manage the function book and adjust space allocation to maximize revenue potential.
- Work closely with the Food & Beverage team to develop and propose upscale menus tailored to client needs.
- Review and revise rooming lists, VIP lists, and event orders as necessary.
- Oversee event setups, ensuring all details align with client expectations and hotel standards.
- Provide on-site event support, ensuring seamless coordination between departments.
- Follow up with clients post-event to solicit feedback and generate repeat business opportunities.
- Maintain detailed records within the hotel's sales system, Salesforce/Delphi.
- Participate in hotel training programs and contribute to departmental meetings.
- Uphold the hotel's reputation as a premier luxury destination by maintaining impeccable service standards.
- Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in event management within a hotel setting.
- Previous experience in a luxury hotel environment preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management, Event Management, or a related field is a plus.
- Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification is a plus.
- Strong proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, and sales software (Salesforce/Delphi and SocialTables).
- Knowledge of food and beverage service, health department regulations, and liquor laws.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- A proactive and detail-oriented approach to event planning and execution.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on event schedules.
