Associate Director of Events

Hyatt
New Orleans, LA
Category Hospitality
Job Description
Join our Events Leadership Team as the Associate Director of Events at Hyatt Regency New Orleans, where large-scale events, meaningful experiences, and strong leadership come together at one of the city's most iconic hotels.

Requirements

  • Assist in leading and managing the overall Event Sales and Event Planning operation for a large-scale, high-volume convention hotel
  • Support short- and long-term strategic planning for Events business, staffing, and revenue growth
  • Maintain or exceed budgeted event sales, catering revenue, and profitability goals
  • Achieve individual booking goals while supporting the overall property Event sales objectives
  • Support the development and execution of marketing and sales strategies to drive catering and event revenue
  • Evaluate event business to ensure operational feasibility and service excellence
  • Partner closely with Culinary leadership to develop creative, innovative menu offerings aligned with client needs and kitchen capabilities
  • Train, supervise, mentor, and support Event Managers and administrative team members
  • Lead and support the Events team in soliciting, booking, planning, merchandising, and executing banquet and event functions
  • Work closely with Banquet and Set-Up leadership to ensure quality standards are consistently met and elevated
  • Assist in building long-term, value-based client relationships to support repeat business and long-term revenue growth
  • Support all phases of the Events department, including sales, planning, servicing, marketing, and administrative functions
  • Assist with coaching and counseling team members in alignment with Hyatt service standards and performance expectations
  • Ensure consistency, professionalism, and service excellence across all event touchpoints

Benefits

  • Career Growth and Advancement
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • Free and Discounted Room Nights at Hyatt hotels worldwide
  • Paid Time Off
  • Financial Perks
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retail Discounts
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