Description:
Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our Sales team at Park Hyatt Washington! Not only will you be a part of an elite luxury service team, but you will get to be part of our hotel which was recognized by Travel Leisure’s World’s Best Awards as a top 10 hotel in the world!
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 Director of Event Experience hires, trains, manages and coaches approximately three to ten catering/convention services managers. Primary responsibility is to sell and service group & catering business. This position may be the second in command in the Event department depending on the size of hotel. This person is assigned specific administrative responsibilities that should include supervisory duties over part of the Event department, usually Meeting Connections, Administrative Assistants or Trainees. This position will typically be required to carry and achieve a quota and service groups.
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.
We offer excellent benefits:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after only 30 days
Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
Discounted F&B when staying at Hyatt Hotels
401(k) Retirement Matching Plan (up to 4%)
Paid Time Off including new child leave!
Highly competitive salaries and incentives
Tuition Reimbursement
Training programs
Complimentary Employee Meals
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Discounts at various retailers – Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace and many more
This is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch.
Qualifications:
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
3 years in Hotel Event Sales and/or Event Planning
CMP Certified preferred
Has completed Hyatt Meeting Masters or equivalent
Has completed Hyatt Sales training to include PSS and PSN or equivalent
Geographically mobile
Primary Location: US-DC-Washington
Organization: Park Hyatt Washington
Pay Basis: Yearly
Job Level: Full-time
Job: Catering/Event Planning
Req ID: WAS007378
Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.