Event Planner Part-time
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Job Summary
WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UKs #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2026 AS VOTED BY OUR TEAM MEMBERS!
No two days or two hotels are the same but our spirit and passion for hospitality always brings all our teams together to create a culture of inclusiveness positivity and drive to achieve our common goal. To share the light and warmth of hospitality. With amazing training resources and support from both managers and colleagues there is always an opportunity to develop and grow.
A World of Rewards
- Competitive salary
- Free and healthy meals when on duty
- Grow your Career! - Personal Development programmes designed to support you at every step of your career
- A chance to make a difference through our Corporate Responsibility programmes Find out what and how we are doing ()
- Team Member Travel Program: discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets)
- Team Member Referral Program
- High street discounts: with Perks at Work
- Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days)
- Discounted dental and health cover
Modern and inclusive Team Members areas
As Event Planner you will:
Maximise all GC&E revenue opportunities through up selling of function items.
Ensure the highest standards of Event Management are in place including building relationships with new/existing customers in order to secure rollover business.
Manage the departments day-to-day operations and activities.
Build strong relationships with customers Guests and Team Members in order to gain full understanding of their needs and work to serve them effectively.
Accurate administration and control of all GC&E related reservations and blocks.
To ensure that all BEOs are handed over the Food and Beverage Operations Team every week for the following 7- 10 days outline and that all the information is accurate confirmed and billing details documented and in line with the credit policy.
To meet & greet nominated conference contact or organizer to check on their satisfaction and the setup of the meeting rooms on the day of the event.
AS NEEDED:
To conduct Show rounds for companies & agents in line with the Company policy.
To support the Food & Beverage operations and room reservations team with information as required.
To ensure all information is relayed to the Chef and Operations Team in a timely manner to ensure they can order and roster effectively.
To support with invoices for Events in line with contract/final billing.
EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans
Required Qualifications:
Education: High school/GED
Additional requirements (i.e. % of travel etc.) No Travel Requirements
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 travelers 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!
About Company
Stay at Avatar Hotel Santa Clara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and uncover the unexpected at our one-of-a-kind hotel. As part of Hilton's Tapestry Collection, we are perfect for guests seeking an uncommon experience and peace of mind.