POSITION OVERVIEW

The Event Manager will contribute to the creation and delivery of world-class catering and event experiences at Fontainebleau Las Vegas.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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  The following and other duties may be assigned as necessary:
• Create and maintain a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance, feedback, recognition, mutual respect, and Team Member satisfaction
• Manage rooms-only definite business in addition to events with up to 500 rooms on peak
• Accurately forecast production numbers based on assigned groups
• Provide service levels resulting in maximum profitability and the highest guest satisfaction to all clients
• Meet and entertain assigned group customers in collaboration with the sales team
• Conduct site tours for assigned groups of our banquet and event facilities, sleeping rooms, and other areas of the hotel
• Generate catering and event prospectus, contracts, event orders, and all production requirements
• Assist meeting and event planners by proposing appropriate food & beverage and coordinating all aspects of the event(s) with appropriate hotel staff
• Ensure all policies, procedures, and department SOPs are followed
• Prepare timely event orders to successfully set up culinary and operations
• Coordinate with all operations departments the set-up, service, and breakdown of all functions, and confirm that all necessary equipment is on hand (both in-house and rental)
• Responsible for complying with Title 26 policies and procedures
• Temporary or permanent duties and responsibilities may be added to or modified as deemed necessary

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality, Business, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a large, luxury resort setting
• Minimum of three (3) years of luxury, large-scale hotel experience in Catering and Conference Services
• Knowledge of F&B products, proper preparation, and presentation of food and beverage items in a gaming environment
• Knowledge of meeting room capacities, banquet set-up, audio-visual, and any other pertinent details as they relate to function and room set-up
• Provide the ultimate experience for all clients while providing the highest level in standards of service without sacrificing quality
• Ability to work under pressure and manage stressful situations during busy periods
• Must have proven selling, negotiating, and presentation skills and strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in Microsoft application tools, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Title 26 knowledge required
• Successfully communicate and present conceptual ideas and detailed design, both verbally and visually with different stakeholders
• Ability to provide leadership and direction contributing to the success of the organization through engaging, developing, and mentoring individuals and teams
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Able to lead and mentor a team
• Excellent organizational skills; be able to function under time constraints and deadlines with attention to detail
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to include nights and weekends
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, busy, everchanging, and somewhat stressful environment
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to include nights and weekends
• Work in a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job will supervise their catering admin.

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

Fontainebleau Las Vegas is committed to ensuring an inclusive space and sense of belonging for our Team Members. We believe our workforce should reflect the vast diversity of the communities we serve, and that diverse voices should be intentionally integrated into our work. We foster a culture of difference and diversity of identity, experience, and perspective, while actively striving for inclusive behaviors across our Company. By promoting these values and continuously pushing for better, we aim to create a positive work environment that encourages equality, inclusion, empowerment, and respect.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Team Member must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state, and local regulations.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read and communicate verbally in English. Written communication skills in English may also be required.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand and walk for long periods, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The Team Member frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

The Team Member must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and must have the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and may at times be higher.

Team Member could be exposed to an environment containing unrestricted secondhand tobacco smoke.

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled