Convention Services Manager

Kimpton Miralina Resort•Paradise Valley, AZ

About The Position

Responsible for managing all aspects and functions of the Convention Services Department in accordance with hotel standards. Coordinates arrangements and details for clients’ functions and directs, implements, and maintains a management philosophy that guides Convention Services staff.

Requirements

At least two years of college; a degree is desirable.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience in a similar position in a similar operation.
Experience with Delphi.
Experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Catering sales experience.
Superior relationship-building skills and the ability to network effectively.
Fluency in a foreign language.

Responsibilities

Anticipate client and individual guest needs associated with event execution.
Resolve complaints and requests to the client’s satisfaction.
Maintain complete knowledge of daily scheduled group functions, including times, locations, attendance, and specified requirements.
Review the previous day’s sales and labor costs, resolve discrepancies with Accounting, and track actuals against budget.
Manage group room blocks until the contracted cutoff.
Prepare accurate deposit invoices.
Review final bills for completeness and accuracy.
Prepare and distribute accurate banquet event orders in a timely manner.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable law
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Educational opportunities and tuition reimbursement
Paid jury duty leave, personal leave, medical leave, and military leave in accordance with applicable law