Events Manager (Temporary) Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza

EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans

The Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza is looking for a temporary Events Manager to join our team!

Our 439-room Midtown high-rise is the closest hotel to the United Nations and half a mile from Grand Central Station. Were within one mile of Bryant Park The Morgan Library and Rockefeller Center. Take in unobstructed views of Manhattan and the East River skylines. Our historic Ambassador Grill and iconic lobby are both official New York City Interior Landmarks.

The ideal candidate will have experience in the same (or similar) role at a property of a similar size and experience using the following systems: OnQ Delphi R&I and availability to work onsite (at the hotel).

Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm

Classification: Temporary

Salary Range: $75000 - $85000 / annually

What are the benefits of working with Hilton *

Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:

• Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay
• Medical Insurance Coverage for you and your family
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
• Parental leave to support new parents
• Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education including: college degrees and professional certifications*
• 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
• Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount
• Career growth and development
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition and rewards programs

*Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.

What will I be doing

As an Events Manager you would be responsible for soliciting securing and responding to customer inquiries regarding the purchase of food and beverage and use of event facilities.

Specifically you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Solicit secure and respond to customer inquiries regarding the purchase of food and beverage rental of event facilities and purchase of ancillary services from the hotel.
• Directs customer relationships in a proactive manner relative to payment structure room block management food and beverage public room rental and exhibit hall fees incremental and affiliate revenue streams performance damages and master billing process. Analyzes customers service and product needs and financial issues of in-house groups; authorizes appropriate resolution of customers concerns while maintaining profitability.
• Negotiates pricing and terms and conditions of products labor and services not specifically articulated in master agreement covering the event. Possesses authority to negotiate terms and pricing of service agreements with companies and organizations affiliated with group business as well as vendor partner agreements. Directs customer services via site visits board meetings menu testing and planning meetings for definite and potential groups. Responsible for representing the hotel to customers in the role of executing negotiated group sales agreements including but not limited to room blocks food and beverage exhibits and associated products and services.
• Host and entertain clients conduct property tours promote facilities and services and draft contracts.
• Communicate with and provide direction and supervision to team members to execute catering events.
• Respond to special guest requests in a timely friendly and efficient manner.

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What are we looking for

Since being founded in 1919 Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today Hilton remains a beacon of innovation quality and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision Mission and Values. Specifically we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - Were passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing all the time.
• Leadership - Were leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - Were team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - Were the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travellers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!