Event Planning Manager- Islamorada Resort Collection

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City; Maidenhead; On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Property Description

Three Waters Resort is a vibrant and eclectic beachfront resort located in Islamorada, Florida, offering an exciting and energetic work environment. As a job applicant, joining the team at Three Waters Resort means being part of a unique and iconic property known for its retro-chic style, stunning ocean views, and lively atmosphere. The resort offers a range of employment opportunities, from guest services to food and beverage, providing a diverse and dynamic career path. Three Waters Resort is committed to creating a fun and inclusive work culture that values creativity, authenticity, and outstanding guest service. Employees can expect to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, where they can showcase their skills, contribute to a vibrant team atmosphere, and create memorable experiences for guests.

Overview

Islamorada Resort Collection comprises three premier resorts located in Islamorada, a village in the Florida Keys: Three Waters Resort & Marina, Amara Cay Resort, and La Siesta Resort & Villas. The Collection offers a seamless Keys experience, with twelve restaurants to savor island flavor, 80,000 sq. ft. of stunning event space, 108 slips to dock your boat, 329 guest rooms, and endless activities, events, and amenities. Surrounded by three spectacular bodies of water including the Atlantic Ocean, the Gulf of Mexico, and the Florida Bay, guests can choose from four private beaches to relax on or embark on boating, fishing, snorkeling, and diving excursions.

Job Description

We're seeking a creative and detail-oriented Event Planning Manager to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of events, from initial planning to execution, to ensure that our guests have an unforgettable experience. The Event Planning Manager acts as a liaison between the customer and hotel sales person to provide direction and supervision during execution of meeting and banquet functions or event. You will be available to customers during events to solve problems and suggest alternatives to previous arrangements. You will directly serve group and catering customers in a proactive manner working with the logistics of group room blocks, food and beverage, public meeting space, and billing processes. If you're a natural leader, love a fast-paced environment, and thrive under pressure, then we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and/or 2+ years of hotel sales experience
• 1-year food and beverage experience
• Strong understanding of negotiation and interpretation of contracts
• Passion for event design and creative upselling
• Developed business communication skills, both written and verbal
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office
• Present a professional appearance and confidence
• Ability to communicate effectively with public and other Team Members
• Strong time management skills, and ability to work under pressure
• Experience with major Hospitality Sales CRM systems– Delphi and Marriott CI/TY preferred

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays)
• 401K Match
• Free Lunch Daily
• Free Starbucks Every Wednesday

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other. EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation. Davidson Hospitality is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.