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Weddings & Social Events Manager

Company Name: Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah
Employment Type:Full Time
Location: Dubai
Experience: 2-5 years
Degree: Bachelor
Gender:Any
Age:Any  
Nationality: Any
Salary:Unspecified
No. Of Vacancies:1
Job Description:
A Weddings & Social Events Manager with Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts will maximise revenue opportunities in the areas of weddings, group reservations, conferences and events by driving sales leads and increasing conversions.

What will it be like to work for this Hilton Worldwide Brand?
In exceptional destinations around the globe, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts reflect the culture and history of their extraordinary locations, as well as fresh, modern expressions of Waldorf Astoria’s rich legacy. Waldorf Astoria provides guests the exceptional environment and the personalized attention of true Waldorf service that creates a singular experience.

If you understand the value personalized attention and know how to treat even the most extraordinarily different experiences with the same rich level of customer service, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Team Member with Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts. Because it’s with Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts where we promise our Guests a single rich, experience at every extraordinary place they visit.

What will I be doing?
As a Weddings & Social Events Manager, you will maximise revenue opportunities in the areas of weddings, social events and group reservations by driving sales leads and increasing conversions. The Weddings & Social Events Manager will interact frequently with guests with the intention of earning repeat and expanded business. Specifically, a Wedding & Social Events Manager will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
Responsible for planning and managing all Wedding and Social events
Receive and convert incoming enquiries to achieve targets and maximize revenue
Seek opportunities to increase sales and conversions within the Team
Manage an events schedule to maximise yield
Focus on a consistently executed up-selling approach
Be aware of trends and propose ideas to build the range and quality of  Catering & Events, consistently wowing our guests with creative and innovative ideas
Build strong relationships with customers and  to fully understand their needs
Arrange and carry out Hotel show rounds
Ensure the complete administration and execution of all planned events to full satisfaction of client
Maintain exceptional levels of guest service
Ensure compliance of brand standards
Evaluate guest satisfaction levels with a focus on continuous improvement
Participate in hotel promotional activities

What are we looking for?
A Weddings & Social Events Manager serving Waldorf Astoria Hotels and Resorts are always working on behalf of our guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviors, skills, and values that follow:
Strong knowledge of the hospitality industry in Dubai
Previous experience in Wedding, Conference & Events with experience in the sales sector of the luxury market
Good organizational and administration skills
Positive attitude and good communication skills
Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
Confident telephone manner
High level of IT skills
Excellent grooming standards
It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
Luxury hospitality experience in a similar role
Knowledge of the hotel property management systems
Qualification, degree, or certification in a relevant field
Proficiency in Arabic would be an advantage
 
What will it be like to work for Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts?
Waldorf Astoria provides guests the exceptional environment and the personalised attention of True Waldorf Service that creates a singular experience. If you understand the value of personalised attention and know how to treat even the most extraordinarily different experiences with the same rich level of customer service, you may just be the person we are looking for!