Director of Events at Davidson Hospitality Group in Kapaa, Hawaii

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Property Description



Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort is a stunning beachfront property located in the idyllic island of Kauai, Hawaii, offering an exciting and tropical work environment. As a job applicant, joining the team at Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort means being part of a world-class resort known for its breathtaking ocean views, pristine beaches, and Hawaiian hospitality. The resort offers a range of employment opportunities, from guest services to culinary and recreation, providing a diverse and enriching career path. Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort is committed to creating a warm and welcoming work culture that values the spirit of aloha, teamwork, and exceptional guest experiences. Employees can expect to work in a breathtaking setting, where they can showcase their skills, immerse themselves in the local culture, and create memorable experiences for guests. Joining the team at Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort presents a unique opportunity to be part of a luxurious and tropical resort that offers a truly unforgettable experience for both guests and team members alike.



Overview



Join our dynamic team as the Director of Events! We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead our event planning and execution. The ideal candidate will have exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, along with a passion for creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. As the Director of Events, you will have the opportunity to coordinate with various departments and collaborate with clients to deliver exceptional events. The Director of Events is responsible for coordinating catering sales by establishing markets, goals and advertising techniques; coordinating with the Director of Sales to ensure profitable bookings; manage pricing policy of the property, ensuring proper payments for services rendered; developing and maintaining solicitation responsibilities; reviewing catering contracts; selecting, training and developing Team Members.


If you have a proven track record of success in event management, excellent communication skills, and are excited about the hospitality industry, we want you to join us!



Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.


• 5+ years catering experience, hotels preferred


• Highly developed business communication and negotiation skills, both verbal and written


• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook


• Experience with major Hospitality Sales CRM systems


• Able to execute a Sales and Marketing Plan to enhance revenue


• Creativity in designing events and menus in conjunction with the culinary department to maximize operating profit


• Strong time management skills


• Previous experience leading and directing a team


• Confident and professional appearance

Benefits



Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners' mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.


In keeping with the company's heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• HMSA Blue Cross Blue Shield


• Dental & Vision Coverage


• 24/7 Teledoc service


• Free Maintenance Medications


• Pet Insurance


• Hotel Discounts


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).


• 401K Match


• Salary-$75,000 to $85,000

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It's less of a job, more of a calling. It's part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.


EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation


Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.

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