Event Coordinator

Event Coordinator

The Event Coordinator’s focus will be delivering a 5-star Event for all events held or sponsored at Milford Hills.  The objective of this position is customer satisfaction; increasing event revenue while controlling costs; menu planning; efficient use of capacity and event scheduling; and all other aspects and arrangements to ensure a successful event.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate details of events and weddings, including maximizing facility usage and lodging reservations with customers
• Responsible for contacting, booking and following-up with all guests interested in hosting a wedding, business or special event dinner, or other function
• Responsible for confirming and communicating event details with management and kitchen staff prior to event as well as overseeing and working the event.
• Establish personal contact with members/non-members hosting events or functions
• Maximizes team member communication by holding weekly meetings, providing extensive and specific detailed lists; along with meetings just prior to the event
• Provides tours of our facility for potential wedding groups / outings
• Coordinate and monitor event timelines and ensure deadlines are met
• Works closely with kitchen staff to keep them up to date on all attendance counts and function amendments
• Ensure all event costs are processed properly

Qualifications

·      Preferred 3 years in the Hospitality Industry

·      Passion for customer service

·      Bachelors Degree in Business preferred

·      Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·      Proficiency in Mac OS, Microsoft Word, and Excel

·      Strong problem solving skills, and the ability to prioritize and multi-task

·      Must be available to work weekends and nights

·      Valid driver’s license and legal authority to work in the United States

·      Must pass pre-employment drug screen and potential random drug screens throughout employment