Event Specialist
@ Marriott International, IncEvent Specialist
About the job
Marriott Courtyard specializes in hospitality for business travelers. The Event Specialist verifies event execution, supports sales teams, and handles administrative duties to ensure guests have smooth experiences.
Requirements
- Event planning experience
- Customer service skills
- Administrative skills
- Attention to detail
Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Professional appearance
- Strong communication skills
Full job description
Job Number26122671
Job CategoryAdministrative
Location6 Trans Am Plaza Drive, Oakbrook Terrace IL 60181, United StatesVIEW ON MAP
ScheduleFull Time
Located Remotely?N
Position Type Non-Management
Pay Range: $18.75-$19.25 per hour
POSITION SUMMARY
Verify on-property event planning and execution, provide on-property sales support for MSB property General Managers, and complete administrative duties. Serve as primary point-of-contact for guests organizing and attending meeting events at property to verify their end-to-end experience operates smoothly. Act as the primary point of contact for the Group Sales Office and Area Sales teams. Collect, develop, and submit content to update property websites on Marriott.com. Administrative duties to be delegated at the discretion of property General Managers.
Follow all company policies and procedures, verify uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets. Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, assist individuals with disabilities, and thank guests with genuine appreciation. Speak with others using clear and professional language, prepare and review written documents accurately and completely, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to guest concerns. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 10 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
We’re proud to offer a wide range of benefits designed to support you and your family, enrich your wellbeing, empower your career, and spark new adventures. Benefits eligibility and options may vary depending on employment status, position and location. Click here to learn more.
At Courtyard, we’re passionate about better serving the needs of travelers everywhere. It’s what inspired us to create the first hotel designed specifically for business travelers, and it’s why the Courtyard experience today empowers our guests, no matter the purpose of their trip. We’re looking for achievers who are passionate about providing a guest experience that goes above and beyond, enjoy being part of a small yet ambitious team, and love learning how to always improve – all while having fun.
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