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Assistant Director of Events

3 months ago


Evanston, United States Hilton OrringtonEvanston Full time
Description

Near Northwestern and downtown Chicago sits our historic hotel in lakeshore Evanston. The Hilton Orrington / Evanston is growing and so many exciting things are happening The hotel is adding a brand-new role to their team They are looking for an Assistant Director of Events to join their expanding team Come be a part of major events that are going to be taking place at our soon to be fully renovated Hilton managed property 

What will I be doing?

As Assistant Director of Events you will be directly responsible for event documentation and coordination with Sales, other hotel departments and customers to ensure consistent, high-level service through out the pre-event, event, and post event phases of all hotel events.  This position primarily handles complex events. The ADOE recognizes opportunities to maximize revenue by upselling and offering enhancements to create outstanding events. You will 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. This position supports and acts on behalf of the Director of Catering and Events. 

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 

EVENTS 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 

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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

Source: Hospitality Online