- Salary
- $80k – $90k
- Location
- Four Seasons Resort Napa Valley, United States of America
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Manager
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Welcome to wine country luxury. In the food and wine capital of North America, Four Seasons welcomes you to a one-of-a-kind wine country resort set within a world-class vineyard. Discover innovative and seasonal cuisine at Michelin-starred Auro, holistic spa rituals at Spa Talisa and thoughtfully personalized Four Seasons service. Raise a glass to all the best in life as you soak in magnificent views of Napa Valley from this Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star resort.We’re Hiring!
Come join our Four Seasons Team! We are looking for a Conference Services Manager (Event Services Manager).
The Position/Role
The Conference Services Manager (Event Services Manager) coordinates all requirements for various Destination, Incentive, Group related bookings that are booked by the Sales Department. The manager is responsible for enforcing the terms of sales letter of agreement and guiding meeting/event/third party planners through the planning process. The manager will communicate the needs and expectations of the client/DMCs/third party planners with all departments in the hotel and ensure successful execution of group and client satisfaction from initial introduction to final billing.
What You Will Do
Lead client event planning and sales by creating customized event proposals, negotiating contracts, and recommending menus and services that maximize revenue while meeting client needs.
Manage event logistics from booking to execution, ensuring all requirements, schedules, room setups, and banquet details are accurately planned and communicated to hotel teams.
Drive revenue growth through upselling of food, beverage, meeting space, and event services while monitoring budgets, attendance changes, and financial performance.
Oversee event execution on-site, working closely with banquet, sales, operations, and vendor teams to ensure a seamless guest experience and immediate resolution of any issues.
Maintain strong client relationships by providing regular updates on room blocks, attendance pick-up, contracts, billing, menu tastings, and other event details throughout the planning process.
Requires exceptional organization, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders, make quick decisions under pressure, and balance guest satisfaction with hotel operational and financial goals.
What You Bring
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree / CMP Certification preferred
Experience:
2 to 3 years experience directly related to hotel conference services.
Skills and Abilities:
Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
Strong selling and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem solving skills, ability to handle difficult situations and guests.
High level of creativity and attention to detail.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and make decisions in a fast-paced client driven environment.
Ability to work long and irregular hours, holidays, weekends and evenings.
Golden Sales and Catering Computer Software, MS Word, Excel, and ability to use e-mail and the Internet.
This position is not eligible for work sponsorship/visa. Candidates must possess valid US work authorization.
What We Offer
Salary Range: $80,000 - 90,000 DOE
Cigna medical and dental benefit options
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Complimentary Employee Meals
401k Retirement Plans
Schedule & Hours:
Full Time availability
Flexible for early morning, mid-day, evening
Must be available to work weekends and holidays
To apply, please click on the “APPLY” button and create an account. There will be a short questionnaire for you to complete and a section for you to attach your Resume/CV and Cover Letter. Please attach your Resume/CV in PDF or Word format. Applications/Resumes will only be accepted on this website. Please do not email your information. Thank you for your understanding.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran and need a reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, please contact our People + Culture Office at [email protected].
Four Seasons is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website: Know Your Rights.
Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal
