Senior Event Manager – Conrad Orlando

Join us in creating a legacy within a brand you can stay inspired with a team that will become family ! The newest Conrad Hotel (https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/orlcici-conrad-orlando/) in Hilton’s luxury portfolio is open in Orlando .

As one of the most celebrated openings of 2024, be part of the legacy as a Senior Event Manager !

Why join the Conrad brand ? The modern luxury concept empowers you to deliver:

Personalized service with authenticity and passion
Impactful experiences
Creativity in our products and services

Inspired by nature and fashioned for adventure, C onrad Orlando sits on the 1,100-acre Evermore Orlando Resort (https://evermoreresort.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwrranBhAEEiwAzbhNtWOg01kK5RlkAWN1cwwiZB5K82RkNJ4InttHeoxfpozL41NGFDiQyhoC1Y4QAvD\BwE) bordering Walt Disney World with a 20-acre tropical beach and8-acre lagoon setting the stage for luxury which is as harmonious as it is captivating.

The stunning resort will feature433 rooms (to include 51 impeccably designed suites and 10 spacious family suites ), 65,000 square feet of meeting space ( 40,000 indoor and 25,000 outdoor ), a tranquil spa, two 18-hole golf courses, and 6 food and beverage outlets. This includes 3 restaurants (rooftop, southern Italian, and poolside), a cocktail bar, marketplace and in-room dining.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of previous event management experience in the hospitality industry, along with a background in supervising or managing a team of 1-3 individuals. Familiarity with Delphi.FDC would be beneficial.

Want to learn more? News Release on Conrad Orlando (https://newsroom.hilton.com/conrad/news/innovative-orlando-resort-to-feature-conrad-hotel)

What will I be doing?

As Senior Event Manager, you are responsible for event documentation and coordination with Sales, hotel departments and customers to ensure consistent, high-level service throughout the pre-event, event, and post-event phases of all hotel events. This position primarily handles complex events. You will be required to ensure a seamless turnover from sales to service back to sales. Recognizes opportunities to maximize revenue by upselling and offering enhancements to create outstanding events. Serve as the event planners primary contact following turnover on property and is responsible for his/her experience. May support and act on the behalf of the Director of Catering and Events.

Specifically, your essential functions will be to perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

Organize, plan and prioritize your duties by developing plans and goals.
Timely communication to internal and external clients via telephone, email, written documents or in person.
Create and maintain relationships with clients to set and meet client expectations and deliver on those expectations.
Demonstrate knowledge of job systems, products, systems, and processes.
Resolve conflicts and negotiate with others while handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts.Selling and influencing both internal and external clients.
Make decisions and solve problems by analyzing and evaluating the issues and determine the best solution.
Ensure high-quality service by communicating and assisting others to understand the guest needs, providing direction and guidance, feedback and individual coaching when needed.
Participate in customer site inspections and assist with the sales process as necessary.
Other duties as necessary based on business needs.
Regular attendance.

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

Hospitality – Were passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Integrity – We do the right thing, all the time.
Leadership – Were leaders in our industry and in our communities.
Teamwork – Were team players in everything we do.
Ownership – Were the owners of our actions and decisions.
Now – We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

Quality
Productivity
Dependability
Customer Focus
Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands (http://jobs.hiltonworldwide.com/our-brands/index.php) . Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking#1 Worlds Best Workplace by Great Place To Work & Fortune (https://hilton.taleo.net/enterprise/Hilton named #2 Best Company To Work For in the U.S).

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:

Health insurance
Career growth and development
Team Member Resource Groups
Recognition and rewards programs
Go Hilton travel discount program
Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
Supportive parental leave
Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) – purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
Debt-free education (https://newsroom.hilton.com/corporate/news/hilton-announces-new-education-benefit-through-partnership-with-guild-education) : Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)

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Job: Catering and Event Services

Title: Senior Event Manager – Conrad Orlando

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Requisition ID: HOT0B092

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