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Negotiate with clients through the use of creative and attractive menu presentations and event proposals, to achieve both maximum revenue/profit potential and fulfilment and contractual responsibilities while satisfying client needs. Coordinate with the Sales Managers to ensure proper utilization of function space to yield maximum revenues. Finalize the requirements of confirmed bookings while maximizing revenue potential through up selling and ensuring effective communication both written (Resumes, BEO, Daily Reports) and personal contact with all departments for the success of the event. Maintain an active trace/follow-up system. Ensure accuracy of Banquet Checks and provide bill review on completion of program or event. Supervise the execution of banquet events in conjunction with Banquet Team. Review all function space with banquet manager. Ensure satisfaction of client at the outset of all events. Serve as a primary point of contact for corporate conferences, meetings, professional teams & entertainment once contracted through post-event follow-up. Plan and/or attend and/or participate in meetings with hotel staff and clients, including but not exclusive to: Morning Operations Meeting, Resume Meeting, Banquet Event Order Meeting, Pre-Convention Meetings, Planning Visits, and Menu Tastings. Comply with Four Seasons standards for conference services, while working harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and Planning Committee. Make timely and impromptu decisions which balance client's needs with the financial, safety, and staffing goals of the hotel. Find solutions to the inevitable challenges and glitches that arise while groups are on property and keep Director of Banquets and Group Sales as well as Planning Committee promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters so prompt corrective action can be taken where appropriate. Maintain knowledge of hotel facilities, capabilities, and dimensions of meeting space and basic operational needs of all operating departments.
Job Responsibility:
Negotiate with clients through the use of creative and attractive menu presentations and event proposals
Coordinate with the Sales Managers to ensure proper utilization of function space to yield maximum revenues
Finalize the requirements of confirmed bookings while maximizing revenue potential through up selling and ensuring effective communication
Supervise the execution of banquet events in conjunction with Banquet Team
Serve as a primary point of contact for corporate conferences, meetings, professional teams & entertainment once contracted through post-event follow-up
Plan and/or attend and/or participate in meetings with hotel staff and clients
Comply with Four Seasons standards for conference services
Make timely and impromptu decisions which balance client's needs with the financial, safety, and staffing goals of the hotel
Find solutions to the inevitable challenges and glitches that arise while groups are on property
Maintain knowledge of hotel facilities, capabilities, and dimensions of meeting space and basic operational needs of all operating departments
Requirements:
Two to three years experience directly related to hotel conference services
A college degree/CMP Certification is preferred
Strong organizational, attention to detail and interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize and adapt to the changing needs of the operation
Solid work ethic, good business acumen and a passion for service
Ability to multitask with a high level of creativity
Irregular hours to include weekends and evenings should be expected
Some travel is required for training, conferences and special events
Nice to have:
A college degree/CMP Certification
What we offer:
Lucrative salary
Medical, Dental, Vision and 401K with employer matching all starting at 30 days
Time off plans starting at day of hire
An opportunity to be a part of a cohesive team in an inclusive work environment
Complimentary and discounted hotel stays around the world
Wellbeing and mental health initiatives and focused company
Embracement and promotion of diversity in our workplace