Event Manager
Hersha Hospitality Management LP•Bethesda, MD
•Onsite
About The Position
Oversee event functions and coordinate guest activities and/or events in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards. Potential Career Path Banquet Manager or Sales Manager – Food and Beverage Director or Director of Sales.
Requirements
- Previous event planning/coordination experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support associates by ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values.
- Organize and execute guest activities and oversee group catering events.
- Plan and implement daily and monthly event calendar for guests.
- Create and coordinate group meal and meeting functions and agendas.
- Work collaboratively with sales team to ensure coordination of group room blocks.
- Coordinate details of events for meeting rooms, food & beverage and audio visual requirements.
- Oversee in-house events and act as liaison between customer and other hotel departments.
- Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
- Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
