Conference & Events Manager - Park MGM

Las Vegas, Nevada

The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

THE JOB:

The Conference & Events Manager position facilitates all aspects of servicing catering only and convention group catering from contract turnover to billing. This is a fast paced and high stress environment selling food and beverage. The manager is responsible for two million catering sales per year depending on their market segment. They are responsible for the accurate budgeting and forecasting of their groups.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Handle all group details once made definite by Convention Sales including the food and beverage program, menu selections, estimated and actual food and beverage revenue and set up requirements for food and beverage functions through group departure

• Handle all sub‐group arrangements as required including credit arrangements and space requirements

• Respond to new Catering business inquiries

• For catering groups, obtain client requirements to execute catering contract

• Book and service all group details for catering groups including the food, beverage and meeting program, menu selections, estimated and actual food and beverage revenue and set up requirements through group departure

• For catering groups, obtain necessary deposits, payments and signatures on all contracts, policies and banquet event orders

• Check the availability of banquet space as well as effectively booking the banquet facilities

• Conduct tours of banquet facilities, sleeping rooms and other areas of the hotel

• Produce and distribute details for events including banquet event orders

• Order outside services for events

• Maintain a flexible schedule to be present at various functions

• Ensure all catering services offered are presented in accordance with property standards and are of the highest quality

• Conduct pre‐convention and weekly departmental meetings

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• 1+ years of prior relevant experience in a related position

• Ability to work varied schedule based on business needs, including weekends and holidays

• Must be 21 years of age or older

THE PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally

• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more

• Free meals in our employee dining room

• Free parking on and off shift

• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)

• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community

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