Event Operations Manager

Additional Information Job Number 25194895 Job Category Event Management Location The Westin Pittsburgh, 1000 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15222VIEW ON MAP (Westin Pittsburgh, 1000 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States, 15222) Schedule Full Time Located Remotely? N Position Type Management Pay Range: $25.77-$31.25 Bonus Eligible: Y JOB SUMMARY Directs and motivates team while personally assisting in providing high quality service based on requirements and standards. Monitors and controls financial and administrative responsibilities including asset protection. Provides clear and concise communications to everyone having ownership in the success of the event. Identifies training opportunities and plans a strategy to accomplish goals. CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience u2022 High school diploma or GED; 2 yearsu2019 experience in the event management, food and beverage, or related professional area. CORE WORK ACTIVITIES Managing Banquet Operations u2022 Projects supply needs for the department, (e.g., tables, and chairs, banquet tables, meeting sets, props). u2022 Applies knowledge of all laws, as they relate to an event. u2022 Understands the impact of Banquet operations on the overall success of an event and manages activities to maximize customer satisfaction. u2022 Adheres to and reinforces all standards, policies, and procedures. u2022 Maintains established sanitation levels. u2022 Manages departmental inventories and maintains equipment. u2022 Schedules Event Services staff to forecast and service standards, while maximizing profits. u2022 Assists team in developing lasting relationships with groups to retain business and increase growth. Participating in and Leading Banquet Teams u2022 Sets goals and delegates tasks to improve departmental performance. u2022 Conducts monthly department meetings with the Banquet team. u2022 Applies and continually broadens knowledge of food and wine pairings and cutting edge cuisine with emphasis on current event trends. u2022 Acts as a liaison to the kitchen staff. u2022 Leads shifts and actively participates in the servicing of events. Ensuring and Providing Exceptional Customer Service u2022 Sets a positive example for guest relations. u2022 Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels. u2022 Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints. u2022 Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service. u2022 Verifies employees understand expectations and parameters. u2022 Strives to improve service performance. u2022 Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement. u2022 Reviews comment cards and guest satisfaction results with employees. Conducting Human Resources Activities u2022 Communicates and executes departmental and property emergency procedures and verifies staff are trained in safety procedures. u2022 Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals. u2022 Monitors progress and leads discussion with staff each period. u2022 Participates in the development and implementation of corrective action plans. u2022 Reviews quarterly Meeting Planner Survey results and participates in the development and implementation of corrective action to address service challenges; focuses on continuous improvement of guest satisfaction. u2022 Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings. _At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._ At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brandu2019s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work,u200b begin your purpose, belong to an amazing globalu200bteam, and become the best version of you.

Created: 2025-12-08