Conference Services Manager

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: Located in the heart of the Back Bay, Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston’s glass skyscraper soars above the city as the third tallest building in Boston. The Hotel’s 215 spacious guest rooms and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows with views across the city. Other amenities include The Wellness Floor, a five-star urban spa destination; chic restaurants including brunch hotspot One+One; Trifecta, the stunning restaurant and cocktail lounge featuring Boston’s best cocktails and delicious New England fare; and more than 10,000 square feet of dedicated meeting and event space. One Dalton is also home to 160 beautifully designed private residences that boasts unobstructed views of the city, Charles River, Boston Harbor and out to the Berkshire Mountains and shores of Cape Cod. The Opportunity: Four Seasons Hotel One Dalton Street, Boston is currently looking for a Conference Services Manager! Basic Purpose: Coordinates all requirements for various conference groups booked by the Sales Department. Responsible for enforcing the terms of sales letter of agreement and guiding meeting planners through the planning process. Communicates the needs and expectations of the client with all departments in the hotel. Ensures successful execution of group and client satisfaction. Essential function of the job: Negotiate with clients through the use of creative and attractive menu presentations and event proposals, to achieve both maximum revenue/profit potential and fulfillment of contractual responsibilities while satisfying client needs. Coordinate with the Sales Department and Catering to insure proper utilization of function space to yield maximum revenues. Finalize the requirements of confirmed bookings while maximizing revenue potential through up selling and ensuring effective communication both written (Resumes, BEO, Daily Reports) and personal contact with all departments for the success of the event. Maintain an active trace/follow-up system. Ensure accuracy of Banquet Checks and provide bill review on completion of program or event. Supervise the execution of banquet events. Review all function space with banquet manager and when necessary head house attendant. Ensure satisfaction of client at the outset of all events. Plan and/or attend and/or participate in meetings with hotel staff and clients, including but not exclusive to: Morning Operations Briefing, Morning CS Briefing, Resume Meeting, Banquet Event Order Meeting, Sales Meeting Pre-Convention Meetings, Bi-Monthly Board of Operations, Planning Visits, and Menu Tastings. Comply with Four Seasons standards for conference services, while working harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and planning committee. Make timely and impromptu decisions, which balance client’s needs with the financial, safety and staffing goals of the hotel. Find solutions to the inevitable challenges and glitches that arise while groups are on property and keep Director of Conference Services and Planning Committee promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters so prompt corrective action can be taken where appropriate. Maintain knowledge of hotel facilities, capacities and dimensions of meeting space and basic operational needs of all operating departments. Knowledge and Skills: Education: Bachelor’s Degree / CMP Certification preferred Experience: 2 to 3 years experience directly related to hotel conference services. Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language. Strong selling and interpersonal skills. High level of creativity. 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, weekends and evenings. Able to negotiate, organize, delegate & work under pressure Basic knowledge of audio-visual equipment and Internet technology – helpful. Visa Requirements: Visa sponsorship is not available. Must already be legally permitted to work in the United States. Applicants without valid work authorization for the United States will not be considered. Benefits You Will Enjoy Salary Range: $80,000 - $84,332 ZERO-COST Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for you and your eligible dependents, after 30 days and Complimentary Life insurance MATCHED 401(k) Retirement Plan after 1 year COMPLIMENTARY and DISCOUNTED Employee Travel program after 6 months around the world COMPLIMENTARY daily Employee Meals DISCOUNTED Parking and Public Transportation COMPLIMENTARY Laundry ROBUST TIME OFF PLAN: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Personal Days, Floating Holidays We look forward to receiving your application! 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 - Under Massachusetts law, an employer may not require or demand, as a condition of employment, prospective employment or continued employment, that an individual submit to or take a lie detector or similar test. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continual innovation and the highest standards of hospitality, Four Seasons can offer what many hospitality professionals dream of -the opportunity to build a life-long career with global potential and a real sense of pride in work well done.