Director of Event Planning - Austin, United States - The Chef Agency

The Chef Agency

Verified Company

Austin, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Job Overview:

Location:
Downtown Austin, TX

Salary:
$110-$120k

Benefits:

benefits starting day 1 (medical, dental, vision)

Looking for a seasoned Director of Event Planning to oversee a bustling lifestyle, convention hotel in downtown Austin, TX.

Qualifications

Must have convention/conference hotel experience (700 room+).
Must have Director or Asst. Director experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee management team of 10 managers.
Reports to Director of Event Management.

Responsibilities:

Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring financial goals are met
Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure services within budget
Plan and implement fundraising strategies for events
Provide exceptional customer service to clients and guests
Coordinate restaurant and catering services for events
Ensure hospitality standards are met throughout all events
Lead event marketing efforts to drive attendance and engagement
Manage all aspects of event logistics and operations with a keen eye for detail
Demonstrate excellent time management skills to meet deadlines effectively

Experience:

Proven experience in budgeting and financial management for events
Strong contract negotiation skills with vendors and suppliers
Demonstrated success in fundraising initiatives for events
Exceptional customer service background in event planning or related field
Knowledge of restaurant, catering, and hospitality industries
Proficiency in event marketing strategies to promote successful events
Previous experience in events management with a track record of successful executions
Excellent time management abilities to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Pay:
$110, $120,000.00 per year

Benefits: