Palm Beach, USA
2 days ago
Conference Services Manager

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Here at Palm Beach Island’s only Five-Star, Five-Diamond resort, the feel is timeless, charming, and intimately connected to our private beachfront just steps beyond our front door. Every detail and memorable experience tells the story of the warmth and spirit of our iconic island. Dining at Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach is an experience in and of itself, with inspiration drawing from a Michelin star collaboration and the local elements. The crowning jewel of the Resort is Florie’s, the only restaurant and bar in the United States in partnership with Mauro Colagreco, recently recognized as Best of the Best in The World's 50 Best Restaurant awards. Write the next chapter of your career in an authentic Palm Beach paradise.

Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach is seeking a Conference Services Manager to our Catering Team. Don't miss this unique opportunity to be part of our award winning team, while beginning your career with the world's leading luxury hotel company!

Join our Team
We are looking for individual professionals that share a passion for exceptional service and who infuse enthusiasm and passion into everything they do.

What you will do

To be a liaison between the client to communicate their needs and operational departments in addition to driving revenue through cross-sellManage all food and beverage, audio visual, function room, sleep room and off-site event details.Have high level knowledge of hotel capacities and focus on creativity with meeting sets and planningManage the client per the sales contract with deposits, cut-off dates and billing instructions.Maximize food cost and present attractive menu options to upsell banquet revenueStrong attention to detail and be able to communicate effectively with the sales managers and be responsible for assigned group bookings as well as communicate details of group to entire operationPlan and/or attend and/or participate in meetings with hotel staff and clients, including but not exclusive to: Morning Operations Briefing, Morning CS Briefing, Resume Meeting, Banquet Event Order Meeting, Sales Meeting Pre-Convention Meetings, Bi-Monthly Board of Operations, Planning Visits, and Menu Tastings.Supervise the execution of banquet events. Review all function space with banquet manager and when necessary, head house attendant. Ensure satisfaction of client at the outset of all eventsFinalize the requirements of confirmed bookings while maximizing revenue potential through up selling and ensuring effective communication both written (Resumes, BEO, Daily Reports) and personal contact with all departments for the success of the event. Maintain an active trace/follow-up system.Ensure accuracy of Banquet Checks and provide bill review on completion of program or event.

What you bring

Strong passion for the hospitality industry and specifically food and beverage3-5 years of experience college degree preferred

luxury hotel or resort.

 Previous leadership experience. Ability to negotiate, organize, and delegate well.

 Excellent personal presentation and interpersonal skills.

Strong time management skills: ability to multi-task, set priorities, and adjust to changing conditions. Willing to work in a fast-paced environment.

 Ability to operate all computer equipment necessary to perform the job; knowledge of Opera and Delphi preferred/is a plus.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work closely with other departments and communicate clearly and effectively with colleagues and guests.

 Ability to work long and irregular hours, including weekends, holidays, and evenings. 

What to Expect
Competitive Salary & Wages
401(k) Retirement Plan
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
Complimentary Employee Meals
… and so much more!

Miscellaneous:

US work authorization is required.

Please note that due to the large number of responses we receive only candidates being considered for the above position will be contacted for an interview.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

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