The stunning Forbes 4-Star Conrad New York is looking for a Senior Event Manager to join the Sales, Catering & Events Team!
\nStay inspired and join the pinnacle of luxury in the heart of Lower Manhattan, featuring 463 rooms, 30,000 square feet of banquet space, and 3 food and beverage outlets. This includes a 3-meal restaurant, rooftop bar, and in-room dining.
\nIn this role, you will be responsible for executing written sales agreements for large-scale and complex full-service meetings, conventions and events and the successful execution of such events.
\nThe ideal candidate will have strong senior level event management experience with large meetings, 100+ rooms on peak. Luxury and Union experience is preferred.
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Classification: Full Time
\n\n\nShift: Various – must be available to weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
\n\n\nPay Rate: The annual salary for this role is $85,000 to $95,000 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.
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What will I be doing?
As a Senior Event Manager, you would be responsible for executing written sales agreements for large-scale and complex full-service meetings, conventions and events and the successful execution of such events in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
\n\nExecute written sales agreements for large-scale and complex full-service meetings, conventions and events with more than 300 cumulative room nights\nNegotiate terms and pricing of vendor partner agreements and service agreements with companies and organizations affiliated with group business\nMaintain relationships among the customers, their representatives and the hotel to ensure full participation in servicing accounts\nInitiate verbal and written communication with customers and hotel departments outlining details and specifics of the event including, but not limited to, payment structure, room block management, food and beverage, public room rental, exhibit hall fees, incremental and affiliate revenue streams, performance damages and master billing process\nPartner with operations departments\nMonitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, conducting counseling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward\nMonitor and assess service and satisfaction trends, evaluate and address issues and make improvements accordingly\nRecruit, interview and train team members\nWhat are we looking for?
\nSince 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:
\n\nHospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.\nIntegrity - We do the right thing, all the time.\nLeadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.\nTeamwork - We're team players in everything we do.\nOwnership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.\nNow - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline\n\nIn addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
\n\nQuality\nProductivity\nDependability\nCustomer Focus\nAdaptability\n\nWhat will it be like to work for Hilton?
\nHilton 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. 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!
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The Benefits- Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 World's Best Workplace by Great Place To Work & Fortune.
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:
\n\nAccess to your pay when you need it through DailyPay\nHealth insurance \nCareer growth and development \nTeam Member Resource Groups\nRecognition and rewards programs\nGo Hilton travel discount program \nBest-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO) \nSupportive parental leave\nEmployee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount\nDebt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)\n\n*Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.
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