Sea Island
Event Planning Specialist - Conference Services (Full-Time)
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Job Description
- Req#: EVENT007784
Basic Job Function:
Provide overall administrative support to the Catering & Conference Services department. Uphold and ensure compliance with all company and departmental policies and procedures.Minimum Requirements:
Minimum one (1) year administrative/clerical experience
• Hospitality experience preferred
• High School Diplomas
• Some college course work preferred
Proficient in Windows XP and Microsoft Office software applications such as: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Social Tables experience preferred
Minimum typing skill of 45+ wpm
• Must pass Typing, Data Entry, Telephone Message Taking, and Customer Service skill testing
• Proficient with peripherals, copier, fax, telephone and calculator
• Ability to provide simple math calculations
• Must have ability to courteously present information to people in one-on-one and group situations
• Ability to work independently and take responsibility of making independent decisions when necessary
Consistently aspires to fulfill our core Company values (Respect, Integrity, Passion, Teamwork, Accountability, Caring, Loyalty & Trust)
• Exhibits the Sea Island Five-Star Behavior Standards with guests, members and co-workers
• Must possess a positive attitude and have the ability to work with a variety of people and in cooperation with coworkers efficiently and effectively
• Must be detail oriented and able to manage competing priorities and multiple deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Ability to easily adapt to organizational and environmental changes
• If applicable, must be flexible to working days, early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Report to work at the scheduled time, neatly groomed and in compliance with company Dress Code PolicyTasks/Responsibilities:
Maintain knowledge of all hotel services/functions and hours of operation
• Distribute and manage all daily reports including, resume, BEO, 10-day
• Handle inquiry calls according to departmental procedures. Clarify by obtaining pertinent information required
• Confirm all Site Visit Agendas
• Book and manage activities for groups as needed
• Create arrival packets for Meeting Planners
• Assist with the completion of BEO's and resumes with guidance from the Conference Services Manager
• Attend planning meeting visits for large programs as needed
• Attend Pre-Con meetings for large programs as needed
• Proficiently edit menu documents and maintain menus in Opera
• Maintain office supply inventory, knowledge of all office equipment, computers and manual systems
• Retrieve and distribute departmental mail
• Process requests for overnight mail and other delivery services
• Print all menus and place cards as requested
• Type and process amenity orders and BEO’s as requested
• Oversee department invoicing system and maintain timely payment
• Streamline organization and work flow of the Catering & Conference Services Department
• Uphold appropriate departmental standards of quality/timing with all requests and special projects
• Maintains cleanliness and organization in all work areas
• Uphold appropriate departmental standards of quality/timing
• Uphold and ensure compliance with all company and departmental policies and procedures
• Report all equipment problems and maintenance issues, known safety hazards, or unsafe practices and procedures to supervisor immediately
• Attends all scheduled employee meetings and brings suggestions for improvement
• Willing and timely execution of other duties as delegated by leadershipPhysical Requirements:
• Ability to kneel, crouch, squat, climb, stand, sit, balance, reach, bend, push, pull and walk for prolonged periods
• If applicable, must have the ability to work for extended time periods in an outdoor environment, including sun, heat, cold, wind, rain, and higher than normal noise levels
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy
• Ability to lift, carry, pull and push up to 30 lbs intermittently throughout a shift
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal
• May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical and fume hazards
• Maintain compliance with Company Resort Professional Image PolicyEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
About the company
Guests at the Sea Island Resort enjoy Forbes Five-Star accommodations, world-class dining, spa, and fitness facilities, three championship golf courses &