Job Information
Hyatt Events | Area Events Coordinator in SEATTLE, Washington
Description:
Join us for an incredible opportunity to be a part of our Events Team as an Area Events Coordinator supporting the Hyatt Regency Seattle & Hyatt at Olive 8!
The Area Events Coordinator is responsible for servicing events. This position works closely with Event Sales Managers in contract negotiations and servicing accounts. Primary service efforts are in Banquet Food, Beverage and Setup that include menu planning, agenda setting, and hotel meeting services, hospitality amenities and special VIP requests. Duties also include but are not limited to contract review and facilitating communication before, during and post event with pertinent hotel staff to ensure a high level of service. Also, assist in hosting site inspections as needed, participate and/or lead event meetings and other staff meetings.
The range for this position is $26.25-$27.80. The starting hourly rate for this position is $26.25. This position also has an established rate for colleagues who have remained in the position for four years, which is $26.78. Depending on experience, a candidate for this position may also be eligible to be hired as a lead at a “lead rate” of $27.25. For lead colleagues who remain in the position for four years, they are offered a rate of $27.80.
Benefits
Medical insurance for you and your dependents for $106 per month, after 30 days of employment
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
Basic Life Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
New Child Leave & Adoption Assistance
Paid Time Off
Full-Time Colleagues:
Vacation Time
10 days (80 hours) earned upon completing 1-4 years of service
15 days (120 hours) earned upon completing 5-9 years of service
20 days (160 hours) earned upon completing 10 years of service
(2) Floating Holidays per year
(6) Paid Holidays per year
Regular Part-Time Colleagues: Pro-rated vacation hours earned on 1-year anniversary based on average weekly hours worked during the previous 12 months of employment
Compassionate Leave
Jury Duty Leave
Seattle Paid Sick & Safe Time
Extended Illness Days – unused sick and safe time in excess of 72 hours converted to Extended Illness Days at the end of each calendar year
Perks
Employee Assistance Program
Free Uniforms and Cleaning of your Uniform
Discounted parking
Discounted Rooms at any participating Hyatt location starting on your first day of employment
Up to 12 complimentary rooms at any participating Hyatt location after 90 days of service
Free colleague meals during shift
Hyatt Colleague discount program
Tuition Reimbursement
ORCA Pass subsidy
When applying for a position working at a Hyatt hotel, you are pursuing an opportunity to join a culture built on caring and attentive colleagues who have a passion for providing efficient service and creating meaningful experiences. Our values are the guiding principles for our success, giving us the opportunity to open over 1,350 properties worldwide.
Hedreen Hotel Employer LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, caste, or any other group protected by law.
Qualifications:
A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment.
Refined verbal and written communication skills.
Must be proficient in general computer knowledge
Prefer a four year hospitality degree or equivalent experience
Prefer 18 months hotel experience
Primary Location: US-WA-Seattle
Organization: Hyatt Regency Seattle
Pay Basis: Hourly
Job Level: Full-time
Job: Catering/Event Planning
Req ID: SEA004983
Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.