Assistant Director – Event Management

About the role

The Assistant Director of Event Management supports the seamless execution of all property events, ensuring smooth turnover from sales to operations and back to sales. The role focuses on meeting brand‑target customer needs, driving event revenue, and maximizing the department’s financial performance while maintaining high employee satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in managing event operations, budgets, and profitability, including oversight of Banquets, Event Services and Event Technology.
• Research and analyze competitor products, pricing and services; introduce ideas to keep the property competitive.
• Coordinate with culinary teams to ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
• Review scheduled events, troubleshoot potential challenges, and keep the property informed of group impacts.
• Maintain meeting spaces, furniture, equipment and inventory in line with corporate guidelines.
• Develop relationships with external vendors, negotiate prices and service agreements to enhance the event experience and generate additional revenue.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED with at least 3 years of experience in event management, food & beverage, sales or marketing, OR a 2‑year degree in Hotel & Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration or related field with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of event planning processes, including BEO preparation and coordination with event services.
• Ability to analyze market trends, manage budgets and drive incremental revenue while delivering excellent guest service.