Hotel Event Coordinator

At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing efficient service and meaningful experiences.

The Event Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the day to day operations of the events department and in house groups. Primary efforts are in banquet food, beverage and meeting room setups and will include menu planning, agenda setting, hotel meeting services, hospitality amenities, and special VIP requests. Duties also include contract review and facilitating communication before, during and post event with pertinent hotel staff to ensure a high level of service as well as graphic design for basic flyers and promotional materials.

Event Coordinator ensures guest satisfaction, maintains strong customer relationships, participates in event meetings, and other staff meetings, and works as a team member with the sales, events and operations staff.

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you. If you would like to experience a "Day in the Life" at Hyatt, please click here and select "Hyatt Full Service".

Benefits Include:

• Complimentary & Discounted Hyatt Hotel Rooms

• Flexible Schedules

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Competitive Pay

• 401(k) Match

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance after 30 days of employment

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Free Annual VIA Bus Pass/Discounted Parking

• Free Meals Provided in Employee Cafeteria

• Opportunities for Career Growth

This is not your typical career opportunity. This is the Hyatt Touch.

• Bachelor's degree and/or 2 years of hotel and/or food & beverage experience, hotel front office, event sales/event planning preferred

• Must be experienced in general computer knowledge and programs, Microsoft Excel and Outlook are primary programs used along with Hyatt databases

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

• Strong time management & multi-tasking skills with the ability to work well under pressure

• Refined verbal and written communication skills

• Present a professional appearance and confidence

• Demonstrate positive leadership characteristics, which inspire employees to exceed standards and expectations

• Have comprehensive knowledge of all operational departments within the hotel; guest services, reservations, housekeeping, audio visual, banquets, accounting, restaurants and engineering

• Knowledge of meeting room set-ups and capabilities, sleeping room configurations and types