Meetings and Special Events Executive.

Meetings and Special Events Executive

Responsible for planning and coordinating events, including planning menus and beverages, booking entertainers, coordinating decorations and Audio-Visual requests, working with client budgets, preparing estimates and presentations, creating the Banquet Event Orders and Event Resumes, coordinating and monitoring event timelines and ensuring deadlines are met and the events run smoothly. Assist with employee trainings and Administrative Duties of the Department as needed.
This employee will primarily handle events such as conferences, business meetings, weddings, charity events, of small to mid-complexity. Responsibilities include supporting annual events, such as Cayman Cookout and all related Cayman Cookout brand activation initiatives and events, Hotel’s holiday events, such as Easter and Christmas etc..

The ideal candidate must have:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Meetings & Special Events
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Luxury hotel experience, working with external clients and third-party vendors
• Strong skills in Communication, Problem-solving, Customer Relations, Analytical and Interpersonal Skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
• Proficiency in using computers
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as needed
• Ability to work with a diverse team and multiple cultures