Hospitality Event Coordinator - $20/hr - DC

$41,600 - $41,600/Yr

Beacon Hill Staffing Group - Washington, DC

Full-time - Entry Level

Washington, DC

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Hospitality Event Coordinator will play a vital role in ensuring the seamless execution of events at a prestigious hotel in Washington, DC. This position involves collaboration with various departments and clients, serving as a key liaison between sales personnel and clients to optimize event experiences and revenue opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare event documentation and collaborate with sales, hotel departments, and clients for consistent, high-level service throughout all event phases.
• Act as a liaison between field sales personnel and clients throughout events, ensuring a visible presence and offering solutions to any challenges.
• Proactively identify and address operational challenges during events, working with hotel staff and clients to find effective solutions.
• Manage banquet and meeting space for assigned groups, ensuring optimal utilization and client satisfaction.
• Advise sales staff on accommodating client demands and support promotional efforts, lead generation, and re-bookings.
• Input and access data in computer systems to generate account history reports, facilitating effective event management.

Requirements

• 1+ years of administrative or hospitality experience is required; strong internships count!
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Salesforce.
• Tech savvy with strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience using Delphi is strongly preferred.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently are required.

Benefits

• $20/hr while temporary
• $24/hr when permanent
• 100% on-site Office in Washington, DC