Events Coordinator

MCR • Rosemont, IL

6d • $24 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Event Coordinator at Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago will play an important role in the overall success of our events team. The ideal candidate will have the ability to connect with people in a meaningful way. They will have a hands-on approach that will contribute to satisfied and loyal clients.

Requirements

• Must have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Sales experience in hospitality or in a related field.
• Possess highly developed verbal & written communication skills.
• Ability to influence others, negotiate, provide friendly service and possess professional selling skills.
• Must be able to work independently and simultaneously manage multiple tasks.
• Must have attention to detail, meet deadlines and demonstrate strong organization and presentation skills.
• Stand or remain in a stationary position for long periods of time (3-4 hours at a time).
• Type on and operate computers and other office machinery or devices, do 10-key operation and data entry, dial a telephone, manually manipulate objects, handles, tools, and/or controls.
• Inspect and visually observe details at close range (within a few feet) and from long range.
• Frequently walking around the property to give tours of the building.
• Read, write, understand and communicate with others effectively using the English language.
• Read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, newspapers, periodicals, journals, and manuals.
• Write routine reports, correspondence, business letters, summaries, and reports in English using prescribed format, and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style.
• Ability to speak effectively in English before groups such as customers or employees.
• Read and interpret business records and statistical reports in English.

Nice To Haves

• Some travel may be required to meet with prospective and current clients.

Responsibilities

• Respond to group inquiries and other requests in a timely manner
• Block groups in hotel systems
• Prepare, show rooms, and give tours to walk-in clients
• Create and distribute flyers for special events
• Oversee group blocks and rooming lists, ensuring accuracy using our reservation system
• Route billing, payments, etc.
• Prepare reports for revenue management and sales teams
• Assist with scheduling and servicing meeting rooms as needed
• Order and inventory sales amenities and supplies
• Provide support and events insight
• Other duties as assigned by management

Benefits

• Hotel Discounts
• Weekly Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Options
• Referral bonuses
• Career advancement & upward mobility
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance- available after 30 days of employment for full-time team members

What This Job Offers

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