DIRECTOR OF CONFERENCE SERVICES
3 Days Old
Salary: $112000 - $116000 / year
What makes FLIK click
What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.
We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.
Job Summary Working as a Director of Conference Services , you are responsible for Guest Services for a Conference Center. You will manage a team of coordinators and receptionists. You will be responsible for ensuring guest’s needs are met with high level of customer services. Additionally, you will be responsible for the following:
Key Responsibilities: Plans, evaluates, organizes, and directs the activities of the Conference Planning Managers, Audio Visual Manager and Administrative Assistant, and oversees the activities of Conference Services Operation through the individuals mentioned above
Ensures that department personnel are following all procedures, policies, and guidelines, as established by Company Conference Center management
Responsible for anticipating needs, forecasting results, analyzing and arranging work processes for personnel in the department
Establishes and maintains rapport with outside purveyors who provide services for the Hotel and its guests through the Conference Services Department
Forecasts department revenues (package revenue, audio visual, room rental, business center and Conference Management), payroll and meeting covers (CMP/MMP/DMP and a la carte) on an annual/quarterly/monthly basis
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years hotel experience
Previous experience as Director of Events preferred
Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem-solving/strategizing skills
Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Proactive mindset to anticipate and support changes in our business
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
Exceptional customer service abilities
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Benefits Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Paid Parental Leave
Personal Leave
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- Location:
- Washington, DC, United States
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Marketing & Media