Job Description

Position InfoThis position requires relocation to Mackinac Island MI, during the season from April - November and is remote during off season. Dormitory style housing and meal plan is provided at $17/day. Property Info Located on Northern Michigan\xe2\x80\x99s Mackinac Island, with sweeping views of the Straits of Mackinac, Grand Hotel offers a beautiful work environment. As a National Historic Landmark, we have always embraced our rich history and ambiance; however, it is our employees\xe2\x80\x99 exceptional service and hospitality that makes Grand Hotel an unforgettable experience.Grand Hotel is part of Davidson Hospitality Group\xe2\x80\x94 one of the most successful hotel management companies in the industry. The combined experience of our team represents a breadth and depth of expertise that is unmatched, and we believe our people are the cornerstone of our success. We are committed to making Grand Hotel a great place to work and provide the foundation for building successful careers. The Event Planning Manager acts a liaison between the customer and hotel sales person to provide direction and supervision during execution of meeting and banquet functions or events. Will be available to customers during event to solve problems and suggest alternatives to previous arrangements. They will directly serve group and catering customers in a proactive manner working with the logistics of group room blocks, food and beverage, public meeting space, and billing processes. Will play an important role in the achievement of re-booking group business for future dates while demonstrating effective upsell skills to obtain maximum profit. QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor\'s degree and/or 2+ years of hotel sales experience
• 1-year food and beverage experience
• Strong understanding of negotiation and interpretation of contracts
• Developed business communication skills, both written and verbal
• Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft office
• Present a professional appearance and confidence
• Ability to communicate effectively with public and other Team Members
• Strong time management skills, and ability to work under pressure
• Experience with major Hospitality Sales CRM systems

About Us Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners\xe2\x80\x99 mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company\xe2\x80\x99s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group. In keeping with the company\xe2\x80\x99s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Three Tiers of Medical Coverage
• 24/7 Healthcare Concierge
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Maternity Program
• Cancer Program
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance Buy Ups
• Short Term Disability Buy-Up
• Critical Illness
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity
• Home and Auto insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• EAP Program
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays)
• 401K Match
• Team Member Service Awards

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It\xe2\x80\x99s less of a job, more of a calling. It\xe2\x80\x99s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other. EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify. Job Types: Full-time, Temporary Work Location: One location