Event Planning Manager

As an Event Planning Manager you'll work to create unforgettable event experiences for our clients. In this guest-facing role, you'll work closely with group sales, banquets, and the events team, to coordinate the details of each assigned client event - ensuring that each runs smoothly and exceeds the client's expectations. 

Salary Range: $67,724.80 - $75,000.00

There's no place like Suncadia.

A premier all-season resort, Suncadia is tucked away on the sunny slopes of the Cascade mountains and offers guests three distinctive choices in hotel, Inn and private home accommodations. With more than 6,000 acres of forested mountain landscape, Suncadia features 40+ miles of hiking and biking trails, thirty-six holes of golf, a luxury spa, and the 2.2 million-acre Wenatchee Washington National Forest right next door. Plus, unparalleled activities like outdoor concerts, fine dining, swimming, and more. 

Why join our team?

It takes a balance of innovators, relationship builders, and risk-takers to showcase the magic of Suncadia. There’s no one like you, and the individuality of our associates is central to our success. We value integrity and seek service-minded individuals who are passionate about delivering greatness. Sound like you? Join us and enjoy the benefits of being on our team.

• Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401k (with a company match!) benefits, and more
• Perks: Enjoy free golf, discounts on resort retail and food & beverage, and more!
• A Balanced Life: Full-time team members are eligible for 2-weeks of PTO and holiday pay in their first year
• Travel is good for the soul: Experience destinations around the country with team member hotel discounts
• Growth: Opportunities for internal career growth and expansion
• Celebrate: Monthly team member gatherings, quarterly events, and the legendary Team Member Golf Tournament
• Be Part of the Magic: Trust us, seeing a first-time guest take in our Cascade views never gets old

Some benefits may vary based on job status

• Meet all established service standards
• Plan contracted future group events with clients
• Follow up on sales leads to attract and contract new event business
• Proactively call potential clients to generate new business leads
• Confirm details in person, via phone and written correspondence to clients in a timely manner
• Compile this information for distribution to clients and to Inn departments according to distribution guidelines
• Ensure that contract arrangements are being adhered to by both the Inn and by our clients
• Coordinate the ordering and correct billing of special rental equipment needed for events
• Coordinate all ordering and stocking of props and décor needed for events
• Ensure that appropriate deposits are in place prior to events’ realization
• Follow directions from supervisor
• Ensure high quality of menus sold and planned
• Complete daily paperwork in an accurate and timely manner
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety and Health Department requirements
• Comply with all Company policies, procedures, and safety regulations
• Actively solicit and prospect for catering opportunities to meet or exceed monthly catering quotas
• Other duties as assigned

• Exceptional communication skills
• Minimum 1-2 years of previous Event Planning experience
• Previous hospitality & resort experience preferred
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to properly support assigned events
• Proven ability to function in high impact customer situations
• Ability to work with computer programs such as Word, Excel and Delphi
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally in person, in writing and over the phone
• Ability to document customer arrangements in a timely fashion with extreme accuracy
• Must possess valid WSLCC and food handlers permits
• Must maintain clean, neat appearance and be organized

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