Conference Services Manager

Hospitality

The Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, the midwest's premier convention location and a member of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, is currently seeking an energetic and focused individual to assume the role of Conference Services Manager. This is an event-coordinating position that will oversee the smaller conferences being held within the hotel. Because of the size of the property, previous experience in a similar role is preferred.



Other responsibilities include:



Maintain strong client relations and ensure that conference specifications are communicated and executed for a successful meeting experience for the meeting planner and attendees. Manage, coordinate, and execute assignments turned over by the Sales department. Monitor all contractual agreements pertaining to guest room blocks, meeting space, food and beverage and special concessions. Effectively communicate to all hotel departments the information necessary to successfully execute the group's needs while maintaining a good client relationship.



Participate in weekly/daily meetings to go over specifications and solicit feedback from Meeting Planners and clients.







REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree required. Knowledge of a hotel environment required, with 1-2 years experience in a similar role highly preferred. Knowledge of Delphi preferred.