Senior Event Services Manager

Marriott International • Fort Lauderdale, FL

114d • $54,000 - $73,000

About The Position

Accountable for the overall success of the Banquets/Catering Department. Leads the team in providing proper room set ups based on requirements and standards, personally assisting when needed. Directs and motivates team to provide high level of service. Monitors and controls financial and administrative responsibilities including asset protection. Develops and trains team to complete work thoroughly, promptly and safely.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, or related professional area.

Responsibilities

• Attends pre-event meetings as needed to understand group needs.
• Establishes consistent standards for meeting room sets and VIP meeting room sets.
• Conducts function room inspections prior to each function to ensure the room is set according to specifications.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation standards in all event operation areas.
• Acts as a liaison between Banquets, Event Planning, Event Technology teams and the group contact throughout the event.
• Projects supply needs for the department (e.g., pads, pens, candy jars, bottled water/water pitchers).
• Coordinates routine maintenance to ensure a quality meeting facility.
• Solves problems and/or suggest alternatives to previous arrangements if necessary.
• Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.
• Leads shifts and actively participates in the servicing of events.
• Ensures function rooms are set according to event documentation (Banquet Event Orders, resumes, etc.) and customer requirements.

Benefits

• Bonus program
• Comprehensive health care benefits
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
• Employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount
• Accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable)
• Life insurance
• Group disability insurance
• Travel discounts
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition assistance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Other life and work wellness benefits
• May include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: High school or GED