Join us for an incredible opportunity to bring group events to life in our collection of Hyatt hotels in Downtown Seattle as our Temporary Area Event Planning Manager! Our Area Event Planning Manager will be based out of the Hyatt Regency Seattle, providing temporary support to our multi-property cluster comprised of Grand Hyatt Seattle, Hyatt at Olive 8 and Hyatt Regency Seattle. The Area Event Planning Manager’s primary focus is servicing Sale bookings. This position acts as the liaison between Meeting Planners and the hotel staff. Responsibilities include: administering the Sales agreement, detailing all Food, Beverage and A/V needs, managing room blocks and pick up, billing instructions and final review. Event Planning Managers also are the on-site contacts and are responsible for the smooth execution of all events. This temporary opportunity is expected to conclude in August of 2027, and may be extended upon mutual agreement. As a Great Place to Work in the U.S. for thirteen years running, it's an award-winning culture where you can bring your whole self to work every day, coupled with benefits that empower you to defy expectations and seek excellence.
When applying for a position working at a Hyatt hotel, you are pursuing an opportunity to join a culture built on caring and attentive colleagues who have a passion for providing efficient service and creating meaningful experiences. Our values are the guiding principles for our success, giving us the opportunity to open over 1,500 properties worldwide. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or caste.
- A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment.
- Refined verbal and written communication skills
- A minimum of 1-3 years of hotel event sales/event planning or comparable experience preferred
- Must be proficient in general computer knowledge
- Candidates should be extremely detail oriented, organized and be able to handle a fast paced environment
- Prefer two years hotel experience or completed Event Management trainee program