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Marriott International · 1 week ago

Meetings & Special Event Coordinator

8301 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA, 93117, US

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$29.50/hr - $29.50/hr

1+ years exp

Marriott International is a leading global hospitality company, and they are seeking a Meetings & Special Event Coordinator to ensure the successful execution of events. The role involves coordinating with group hosts, managing event arrangements, and maintaining high standards of guest service.

Customer ServiceHospitalityHotelTravel

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Meet group coordinator/host(ess) prior to functions, make introductions, and ensure that all arrangements are agreeable

Read and analyze banquet event order in order to gather guest information, determine proper set up, timeline, specific guest needs, buffets, action stations, etc

Respond to and try to fulfill any special banquet event arrangements

Follow up on special banquet event arrangements to ensure compliance

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications

Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets

Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests’ service needs, and thank guests with genuine appreciation

Speak with others using clear and professional language, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common goals

Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards

Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print)

Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines (e.g., to identify defects)

Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift

Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance

Move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces

Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps

Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping

Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors

Qualification

Event CoordinationGuest ServiceSafety TrainingCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Meet group coordinator/host(ess) prior to functions, make introductions, and ensure that all arrangements are agreeable

Read and analyze banquet event order in order to gather guest information, determine proper set up, timeline, specific guest needs, buffets, action stations, etc

Respond to and try to fulfill any special banquet event arrangements

Follow up on special banquet event arrangements to ensure compliance

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; and complete safety training and certifications

Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets

Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards, anticipate and address guests' service needs, and thank guests with genuine appreciation

Speak with others using clear and professional language, and answer telephones using appropriate etiquette

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others, and support team to reach common goals

Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards

Read and visually verify information in a variety of formats (e.g., small print)

Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines (e.g., to identify defects)

Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift

Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance

Move through narrow, confined, or elevated spaces

Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down stairs and/or service ramps

Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping

Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors

Preferred

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Related Work Experience: At least 1 year of related work experience

Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience

License or Certification: None

Company

Marriott International

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Marriott International, Inc.

Founded in 1927

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

10001+ employees

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H1B Sponsorship

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