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Hyatt Event Planning Manager in SACRAMENTO, California

Description:

Who We Are

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging- of making people feel at home no matter where they are in the world. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers. Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job - it's a career for people who care.

Ideally situated across from the stunning and lush 40-acre California Capitol State Park - and surrounded by restaurants, shopping, and nightlife - our recently redesigned downtown Sacramento, California hotel places you in a serene urban oasis within walking distance of Capitol Mall, Crocker Art Museum, Old Sacramento Waterfront and more. Enjoy the expansive resort-style pool deck, savor an exquisite dinner beside an outdoor fireplace, or take in the city skyline views from the guest room.

The Opportunity

The Event Planning Manager's primary focus is servicing Sale bookings. This position acts as the liaison between Meeting Planners and the hotel staff. Responsibilities include: administering the Sales agreement, detailing all Food, Beverage, and A/V needs, managing room blocks and pick up, billing instructions, and final review. Event Planning Managers also are the on-site contacts and are responsible for the smooth execution of all events.

Compensation

The anticipated compensation range is $68,640-$78,700 annually. The annual salary offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors, including but not limited to years of experience within the job, years of experience within the required industry, education, etc.

We are proud to offer exceptional benefits which include:

  • Free room nights, Discounted, and Friends & Family Room Rates

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • 401K with company match

  • Paid Vacation, sick days, new child leave, and personal day

  • Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Free colleague meals during shift

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

  • Discounts at various retailers - Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace, and many more

Qualifications:

Experience Required

  • A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.

  • Refined verbal and written communication skills

  • Must be proficient in general computer knowledge

  • Candidates should be extremely detail-oriented, and organized and be able to handle a fast-paced environment

  • Two years of hotel experience or a completed Event Management trainee program

Experience Preferred

  • A minimum of 1-3 years of hotel event sales/event planning or comparable experience preferred

  • Two years of hotel experience or a completed Event Management trainee program

  • Preferred candidate has completed PSS or equivalent training

Hyatt is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Who You Are

As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our Culture of Care and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Well-being. You enjoy working with others, are results-driven, and seek various opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

Primary Location: US-CA-Sacramento

Organization: Hyatt Regency Sacramento

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Catering/Event Planning

Req ID: SAC002138

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.

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