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Director of Events

3 months ago

Washington, United States Waldorf Astoria Washington DC Full time
Description

As Director of Events with Waldorf Astoria DC you will provide continuous leadership in creating and delivering an exceptional team member experience and best place to work

What will I be doing?

As Director of Events you will provide continuous leadership in creating and delivering an exceptional team member experience and best place to work. The Director of Events will be directly responsible for contributing to the achievement of superior business results in the areas of ensuring outstanding guest service, team member engagement, favorable financial outcomes, strategic leadership and talent development, culture, innovation, and event operations. 

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

STRATEGY:    Successfully, innovatively, and timely implement Commercial strategic initiatives and monitor for best-in-class results    Drive innovation and creativity within event delivery     Partner with the General Manager/Executive Committee to deliver on Hilton’s values by creating high-impact event experiences    Ensure that high quality service standards are maintained through continuous reviews of processes and procedures     Provide owner relations guidance in key areas of Events expertise, as needed (Banquet Capital Expenditures, Staffing Models)     Actively support the sales process. 

LEADERSHIP:     Provide overall leadership and direction in all Events matters.     Serve as the hotel’s credible Subject Matter Expert on all matters relating to event experience    Serve as a highly visible, participatory leader who proactively and consistently engages with their General Manager/Executive Committee, Sales, Catering and Events team members, external guests, and suppliers     Remain current on event trends to evaluate innovative ways for process/practice improvements and shares best practices    Participate or represent Hilton in industry social/meeting/events professional associations

CULTURE:     Inspire high-performing multi-cultural, multi-generational teams that build Hilton’s Events talent pipeline     Integrate Hilton’s Values/Mission/Purpose when implementing Event initiatives and support Team Member-centric and guest-centric programs    Lead with Hilton culture engaging with Team Members through direct and meaningful interactions     Be an ambassador for customer service.  

TALENT:     Motivate and provide a work environment in which team members are productive     Ensure all Event manager roles have career development plans in place that are actively supported by leadership and profiles are current for succession planning     Listen and respond to team members needs while having an open-door policy    Manage group and interpersonal conflict effectively 

OPERATIONS EXCELLENCE:     Ensure the proper use of all function space, exhibit hall, and event spaces     Manage supplier and vendor relationships     Possess subject matter expertise and ensure standards/practices    Development and management of departmental budgets     Responsible for the overseeing short, medium, and long-term forecasting and actual cost reporting for events     Ensure proper staffing for the needs of the business     Integrate current trends in event management and design     Participate in customer site inspections and assists with the sales process as necessary  Requirements

What are we looking for?     Minimum Years of Experience: five (5) years Hospitality related experience at manager level.     Minimum of 1 year of leadership experience in hotel management.     Other requirements: Travel percentage:  10%  

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

    Knowledge of the hotel property management systems (Delphi.fdc)    Significant experience in revenue management or a similar analytical role    Relevant degree, in business development or other relevant business field, from an academic institution (CMP, CPCE)

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

The annual salary range for this role is 95K to 130K and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location

Source: Hospitality Online