Event Planning Manager

Property Description

Newport Harbor Island Resort presents an exciting opportunity for job applicants looking to join a premier resort destination in Newport, Rhode Island. Our resort offers a picturesque location overlooking the stunning Newport Harbor, providing a unique and captivating experience for our guests. As a team member, you will have the opportunity to work in a beautiful and tranquil setting, delivering exceptional service and creating unforgettable memories for our guests. With opportunities for career growth, ongoing training, and a supportive work culture, Newport Harbor Island Resort is the perfect place to further your hospitality career. Join our team of dedicated professionals and be a part of our commitment to providing unparalleled guest experiences in one of New England's most sought-after destinations. Apply now and take the next step in your hospitality journey with Newport Harbor Island Resort! #NewportHarborIsland #RhodeIslandJobs #HospitalityCareers #ResortJobs #TeamNewportHarborIsland #LuxuryHospitality

Overview

We're seeking a creative and detail-oriented Event Planning Manager to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of day catering, wedding, and social events, from initial planning to execution, to ensure that our guests have an unforgettable experience. The Event Planning Manager acts a liaison between the customer and catering salesperson to provide direction and supervision during execution of the catering event. This role will be available to customers leading up to and during the event. They will directly serve catering customers in a proactive manner working with the logistics of group room blocks, food and beverage, private event space, and billing processes. If you're a natural leader, love a fast-paced environment, and strive to make your client's event the best it can be, then we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and / or 2+ years of hotel sales experience

1-year food and beverage or detailing 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

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals : Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Coverage

24 / 7 Teledoc service

Free Maintenance Medications

Pet Insurance

Hotel Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).

401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities / Females / Vet / Disability / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.

Salary Range

USD $55,000.00 - USD $60,000.00 / Yr.