Event Services Manager - DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando

The DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando is looking for their next Event Services Manager to join their team.

Ideally positioned in the Disney Springs area, this hotel offers 236 elegantly appointed guestrooms and 5,000 square feet of versatile meeting space. Renovated in 2023, the venue provides a modern setting for conferences, corporate events, and social gatherings

Our ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year hotel experience, preferably in events or hotel food and beverage. We require a flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends, based on group event needs. The candidate must demonstrate sales skills and ability to book group events and attention to detail to execute them successfully.

Pay Rate: $22.00 per hour

Shift Pattern: The position typically works office hours 8:30am – 5:00pm with flexibility to work all days, weekends and adjust hours based on assigned group conferences and their events on property.

The Benefits – Hilton is proud to 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:

· Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay

· Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family

· Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program

· Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)

· Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel

· Parental leave to support new parents

· Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications*

·401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement

· Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount

· Career growth and development

· Team Member Resource Groups

· Recognition and rewards programs

* Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.

What will I be doing?

As Event Service Manager you will be responsible for event execution between the hotel and the customer during the meeting or event. Acts as liaison between the customer and the hotel by directing each department within the hotel as to their specific role in the on-site event. Successful achievement of this goal will ultimately result in a major contribution to the re-booking of the business for future dates. Maximizes revenues through effective up-selling of products and services. Serve as the event planner primary contact during event on property and is responsible for his/her experience.

Specifically, your essential functions will be to perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Provide direction and supervision to affected departments and team members during the execution of meeting and/or event.

• Directly serve on site group and catering customers in a proactive manner.

• To organize, plan and prioritize your duties by developing plans and goals.

• Timely communication to internal and external clients via telephone, email, written documents or in person.

• Demonstrate knowledge of job systems, products, booking systems, and processes.

• Resolve conflicts and negotiate with others while handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts.

• Selling and influencing both internal and external clients.
Make decisions and solve problems by analyzing and evaluating the issues and determine the best solution.

• Ensure high quality service by communicating and assisting others to understand the guest needs, providing direction and guidance, feedback and individual coaching when needed.

• Participate in customer site inspections and assist with the sales process as necessary.

• Other duties as necessary based on business needs

• Regular attendance

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What are we looking for?

Since 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:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton 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!