The iconic Hotel del Coronado is looking for a Catering and Events Coordinator to join the team! Join one of the last surviving wooden Victorian beach resorts in the world and after a $400M renovation and expansion, the resort is more stunning than ever.
Located on Coronado Island just minutes from Downtown San Diego, this 28-acre property was built in 1888 and has over 750 rooms, cottages, and villas with 65,000 square feet of banquet space, and 10 food and beverage outlets. This includes 4 restaurants, 2 bars, a food truck, marketplace, ice cream shop, and in-room dining.
Classification: Full-Time
Shift: Various – must be available to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Pay Rate: The pay rate for this role is $24.00- $26.00 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.
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What will I be doing?
As a Coordinator in the Catering and Events department, you will be responsible for assisting and supporting the Catering & Events team with administrative tasks as needed. Reports fully to Director of Events with responsibilities also towards Director of Social Catering Sales.
Specifically, your essential functions will be to perform the following tasks to the highest standards:
- BEO, diagram and resume creation and updates; including Internal distribution and upkeep of BEOs, resumes, change logs, reader board postings.
- Pre-Conference meeting and post-conference meeting document creation and participation to include note taking.
- VIP need management, including amenity coordination.
- Utilizing office communication skills to collaborate internally and externally, to include use of internal systems such as Delphi, HotSOS, OnQ PM, Birchstreet, Microsoft Office programs, telephone communication.
- Office management, to include office supply ordering, equipment maintenance and organization.
- Proficiency in meeting space logistics, features, restrictions, and curfews. Maintain general knowledge of banquet menus, dietary restrictions/recommendations and ADA regulations.
- Work with team on property tours to promote client satisfaction, in addition to organization and execution of pre-planning visits and site inspections.
- Generate contracts in support of Catering Managers
- Direct client contact as required by Managers
What are we looking for?
- Minimum Years of Experience: one (1) year hotel experience in Events or Catering
Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:
- Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
- Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!
The Benefits – Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:
- Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
- Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
- Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
- Parental leave to support new parents
- Debt-Free Education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications
- 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
- Hilton Shares: Our employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - you can purchase Hilton shares at a 15 percent discount
- Career growth and development
- Team Member Resource Groups
- Recognition and rewards programs
*Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment.
