Job description

The Hyatt Regency Schaumburg is an upscale hotel located across from the Woodfield Mall and just 15 minutes from O’Hare. The Hyatt Regency Schaumburg was recently renovated to satisfy a discerning clientele who share a common need for value without sacrifice.

An integral part of the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg’s success will be attributed to this position with a hands on approach to guest satisfaction and service team stewardship that will dictate first and lasting impressions people have of the Hyatt Regency Schaumburg.

We are immediately hiring an Events Manager.

POSITION PURPOSE: Responsible for soliciting new accounts, entertaining and maintaining relationships with existing accounts.

We Offer the Following Benefits:

· Free Shift meal

· Travel, dining and movie discounts

· Health, Dental & Vision coverage and Life insurance

· Short-term and Long-term Disability pay

· Dividend Reinvestment Program

· Matching 401K

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Travel to meet with or call individual corporate clients by telephone to solicit annual and weeknight business.

2. Meet and greet clients, conduct property tours and promote facilities and services. Answer customer inquiries.

3. Develop client menus, write contracts and letters, as well as organize other arrangements as they relate to social and corporate events.

4. Supervise and attend the overall set up and implementation of events and meetings. Communicate with relevant departments to ensure proper servicing of accounts.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Minimum of six months hotel experience, operational food and beverage experience preferred.

2. Thorough knowledge of service flow and capabilities in all revenue areas.

3. Ability to provide effective and professional written and verbal communication with internal and external guests.

4. Ability to effectively network and market our property.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Schaumburg, IL 60173: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Events management: 1 year (Preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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