Director of Event Planning
About The Position
The Director of Event Planning leads comprehensive luxury resort event management, optimizing guest experiences and operational excellence in high-end hospitality settings. This leadership role is responsible for driving event strategy, managing high-performing teams, optimizing event revenue, and maintaining the resort’s reputation as a premier destination for conferences, weddings, corporate retreats, and social gatherings. As a key member of the resort’s leadership team, the Director of Event Planning collaborates closely with Sales, Catering, Food & Beverage, Operations, and Marketing to deliver world‑class events. This role requires strong hospitality management experience, a deep understanding of luxury resort operations, and a passion for creating memorable guest experiences.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Event Planning, Business Administration, or related field
- 8+ years of progressive, strategic experience in luxury event planning and management within high-end resort, hotel, and premium hospitality environments, demonstrating expertise in luxury destination events
- Proven leadership and team‑management abilities
- Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and forecasting
- Deep knowledge of event operations, catering, banquet management, and guest service standards
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
- Ability to excel in fast‑paced, high‑volume environments
- Strong vendor and client relationship‑building skills
Benefits
- Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- 24/7 Teledoc service
- Free Maintenance Medications
- Pet Insurance
- Hotel Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
- 401K Match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
