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Director of Meetings & Special Events

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Marriott Bonvoy

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Aruba

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Job Description:

Oversees the functions of Event Management, including the departments of Event Planning, Banquets/Catering, Event Service and Event Technology (Destination Management, if applicable). Position ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives. The position has overall responsibility for executing all property events with a seamless turnover from sales to operations and back to sales. Ensures the team meets the brand’s target customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, focuses on growing event revenues and maximizes the financial performance of the department.

Job Responsibility:

  • Oversees the functions of Event Management, including the departments of Event Planning, Banquets/Catering, Event Service and Event Technology
  • Ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives
  • Has overall responsibility for executing all property events with a seamless turnover from sales to operations and back to sales
  • Ensures the team meets the brand’s target customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, focuses on growing event revenues and maximizes the financial performance of the department
  • Manages Event Management Operations and Budgets
  • Leads Event Management Teams
  • Manages Profitability
  • Ensures Exceptional Customer Service
  • Conducts Human Resources Activities

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 4 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area
  • OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major
  • 2 years experience in the event management, food and beverage, sales and marketing, or related professional area

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 22, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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