Event Planning Manager

Davidson Hospitality Group•San Diego, CA

23h•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

We're seeking an Event Planning Manager with creative and detail-oriented expertise to join our resort events team! In this Event Planning Manager role, you will coordinate all aspects of resort events, from initial planning to execution, ensuring an unforgettable guest experience. The Event Planning Manager acts as a liaison between customers and resort sales personnel, providing direction and supervision during meeting and banquet event execution. Available to event customers during resort functions to solve problems and suggest alternatives to previous arrangements. Directly serve group and catering customers by managing group room blocks, food and beverage coordination, meeting space logistics, and billing processes. If you're a natural leader, love a fast-paced environment, and thrive under pressure, then we want to hear from you!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and/or 2+ years of hotel/resort event sales experience
1-year food and beverage experience
Strong understanding of negotiation and interpretation of contracts
Developed business communication skills, both written and verbal
Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft office
Present a professional appearance and confidence
Ability to communicate effectively with public and other Team Members
Strong time management skills, and ability to work under pressure
Experience with major Hospitality Sales CRM systems (such as hotel event management software)

Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of resort events, from initial planning to execution, ensuring an unforgettable guest experience.
Act as a liaison between customers and resort sales personnel, providing direction and supervision during meeting and banquet event execution.
Be available to event customers during resort functions to solve problems and suggest alternatives to previous arrangements.
Directly serve group and catering customers by managing group room blocks, food and beverage coordination, meeting space logistics, and billing processes.