Event Manager - DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Washington DC - Crystal City

Hilton • Arlington, VA • 3h ago

TheDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Washington DC - Crystal City (https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/dcaaedt-doubletree-washington-dc-crystal-city/?msockid=28fc47f8c0c1620434715105c15a63a7)is looking for an Event Manager to join their team.

The DoubleTree Crystal City offers 627 guestrooms and 35,000 sq. ft. of meeting space, making it ideal for large groups.

Our ideal candidate has at least one year of event management experience in a hotel environment and is familiar with supporting valued convention clients as they plan their conferences at our property. Strong attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and full flexibility are essential for success in this role.

Pay Rate: This is an hourly role at $26.00 per hour with participation in the hotels quarterly incentive plan.

Shift Pattern: Full Flexibility is a must. Office hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, but flexibility is essential to accommodate varying schedules, including weekends and holidays, for our convention group clients.

The Benefits - Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:

Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay

Medical Insurance Coverage - for you and your family

Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program

Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)

Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel

Parental leave to support new parents

Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications*

401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement

Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount

Career growth and development

Team Member Resource Groups

Recognition and rewards programs

Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.

What will I be doing?

Responsible for successful execution of event and customer satisfaction to ensure customer remains loyal and books future business with hotel.

Verbal and written communication (group resume, weekly pick up, post event report, call reports, banquet event orders etc.) with customer and internal team in a proactive manner relative to payment structure, room block management, food and beverage, public room rental and exhibit hall fees, incremental and affiliate revenue streams, performance damages and master billing process.

Directs customer services via site visits, and planning meetings for definite and potential groups and effectively showcase the property and all services.

Maximize revenues and controls expenses through effective negotiation of services and accurate forecasting.

Respond to guest inquiries and special requests and resolve issues or concerns in a timely, friendly and efficient manner.

Attendance required at forecasting meetings, menu review, department, citywide pre-cons, and operational department pre shifts meetings if applicable.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Years of Experience: one (1) year Hospitality related experience at manager level.

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 are the benefits of working for Hilton?*

Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:

Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel

Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount!

Maternity and parental leave, including 12 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents and four weeks of paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents

Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications

Flexible shifts and days off

Comprehensive Health Insurance coverage for you and your family, including Telemedicine and at-home care via AmazonCare

Mental health resources including free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program

Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)

401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement

**Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment

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 itsglobal brands (http://jobs.hiltonworldwide.com/our-brands/index.php). 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!

Job: Catering and Event Services

Title: Event Manager - DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Washington DC - Crystal City

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