Event Planning Manager

Organization- Grand Hyatt Denver

Summary

This posting is for an Event Planning Manager position at the Grand Hyatt Denver located in downtown Denver. At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.

The Event Planning Manager handles sales group bookings. This position works closely with the hotels Sales Managers in contract negotiations and servicing groups as it relates to event services. Primary sales efforts are in banquet food & beverage and will include menu planning, agenda setting and hotel meeting services. Duties also include contract review and facilitating communication before, during and post event with pertinent hotel staff and client to ensure a high level of service.

Event Planning Managers also host site inspections, maintain strong customer relationships, participate and may lead event meetings, and other staff meetings, and work as a team member with the entire hotel.

Our Values: Empathy / Wellbeing / Respect / Integrity / Experimentation / Inclusion

Grand Hyatt Denver is seeking colleagues with unmatched service. We care for people so they can be their best.

Qualifications

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.

A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment Refined verbal and written communication skills Must be proficient in general computer knowledge Candidates should be extremely detail oriented and organized Must have 2-5 years of hotel planning experience

Benefits available with this position

Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance after 30 days Free basic Life Insurance after 30 days Free basic Short-Term Disability after 30 days Eligible to participate in a Flexible Spending Account after 30 days Vacation/ Sick Days 7 Paid Holidays 1 Floating Holiday per calendar year Complimentary Room Nights 12 per calendar year after 90 days Employee/Friends & Family Rate Room Nights Employee may elect to contribute 401k after 30 days 401k Match: 1-3% = dollar/dollar, 4-5% = $.50/dollar after 1 year Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) 5% discount Contribute to the 529 Education Savings Plan Educational Reimbursement: $1,000/per calendar year Jury Duty Bereavement Pay Free Light Rail/Bus Pass Complimentary meal in Grand Bistro Use of Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Salary range for this position is $61,100 - 73,600. Actual pay is commensurate with experience.

This application window is anticipated to be open at a maximum of 30 days. Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they are received.

Hyatt is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Marital Status