Event Manager

Marriott International - Big Sky, MT

Full-time - Mid Level

Big Sky, MT

101-250 employees

Accommodation

About the position

As an Event Manager at Residence Inn Big Sky/The Wilson Hotel, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing event functions and coordinating guest activities in alignment with our established guest service and sustainability standards. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that all events are executed flawlessly, providing an exceptional experience for our guests. You will support your associates by ensuring they adhere to the brand and hotel standards, which are consistent with HHM's core values. In this role, you will organize and execute various guest activities and oversee group catering events. This includes planning and implementing a daily and monthly event calendar tailored for our guests. You will be responsible for creating and coordinating group meal and meeting functions, ensuring that all agendas are met efficiently. Collaboration with the sales team is essential to ensure the smooth coordination of group room blocks, and you will also coordinate the details of events, including meeting rooms, food and beverage services, and audio-visual requirements. As the liaison between customers and other hotel departments, you will oversee in-house events, ensuring that all aspects are managed effectively. You will also be expected to follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM's EarthView program, promoting environmentally responsible practices within the hotel. Safety is paramount, and you will practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment, and adhere to MSDS and OSHA standards. Additionally, you will perform other duties as requested by management, contributing to the overall success of the hotel and its events.

Responsibilities

• Oversee event functions and coordinate guest activities in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards.
• Support associates by ensuring they perform in accordance with established brand or hotel standards and consistent with HHM core values.
• Organize and execute guest activities and oversee group catering events.
• Plan and implement daily and monthly event calendar for guests.
• Create and coordinate group meal and meeting functions and agendas.
• Work collaboratively with sales team to ensure coordination of group room blocks.
• Coordinate details of events for meeting rooms, food beverage and audio visual requirements.
• Oversee in-house events and act as liaison between customer and other hotel departments.
• Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHMs EarthView program.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or related field preferred.
• Previous event planning/coordination experience required.