Event Manager

Stonebridge Hospitality Management • Saddle Brook, NJ

2d • $75 - $80

About The Position

The Event Manager is responsible for booking, detailing, and servicing assigned events, banquets, and meetings. This role ensures that all incoming events are properly organized, communicated to relevant departments, and executed to meet client expectations, while maintaining strong client relationships to foster repeat business.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in event or hotel management, preferably with a background in convention center operations.
• Strong knowledge of event planning principles, including managing corporate events, banquets, and meetings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with clients and internal teams.
• Ability to organize activities efficiently, managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong attention to detail for ensuring the successful execution of events.
• Proficiency in using event management software and CRM systems to manage bookings and event details.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with flexibility to handle last-minute changes and challenges.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and courteous service at all times.
• Implement approved sales plans as directed to achieve event booking goals.
• Detail all incoming events, ensuring client needs are communicated to relevant departments.
• Book and manage small corporate events and pop-ups.
• Distribute and update Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) in a timely manner, ensuring all departments have the necessary information.
• Coordinate with the audio-visual department to ensure equipment is ordered, set up, and tested prior to use.
• Ensure all functions are billed correctly and guest signatures are obtained on event tickets before departure.
• Maintain open communication between clients and hotel staff, ensuring all event details are shared promptly.
• Contact clients prior to their event, providing assistance with arrangements and follow-up as needed.
• Attend and participate in weekly BEO and sales meetings, as well as pre- and post-conference meetings with clients and staff.
• Foster relationships with local civic groups and associations to promote additional business.
• Assist with other market segments and complete projects as assigned by the Director of Sales or Catering.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Benefits

• Stonebridge offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) matching, wellness support, life and disability coverage, savings accounts, tuition aid, and travel and lodging perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed