Hilton Worldwide - Dana Point, CA
posted 22 days ago
Join us in Orange County, California and live in one of the nation's top vacation destinations with year-round sunshine, picturesque beaches, premiere attractions and a lively dining and arts scene. The award-winning AAA 5-Diamond Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club is looking for an Event Manager, Social and Weddings to join the Catering and Events team! Located in the beautiful coastal town of Dana Point adjacent to Laguna Beach, this town played an iconic role in the emergence of California's surf culture and today is celebrated for its laid-back vibe and fun, active lifestyle. The resort is perched on 175 acres atop a 150-foot seaside bluff with over 400 rooms, 115,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, and 8 food and Beverage outlets. This includes 4 restaurants, a beach club, lounge, marketplace, and IRD. In this role, you will craft events with creativity to maximize revenue and enhance the event experience. A crucial aspect is the maintenance of established relationships with weddings and social accounts. As an Event Manager specializing in Weddings and Social events, your responsibilities encompass documenting events and liaising with hotel departments and clients to guarantee uniform, superior service during all stages of the events. You will pinpoint opportunities to boost revenue through upselling and offering additional features to produce outstanding events. Moreover, you will serve as the main point of contact for the event planner following the initial handover at the venue.