White Lodging · 8 hours ago
Director of Event Operations
Louisville, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveWhite Lodging develops and operates a portfolio of award-winning, premium-brand hotels, rooftop bars and restaurants in some of the country’s best cities to live. The Director of Event Operations oversees the entire banquet operation, ensuring high-level service and effective team management to meet event goals.
Hospitality
Responsibilities
The Director of Event Operations oversees the entire banquet operation, including service and set-up. This person is responsible for training and developing associates, and providing a high level of service for our guests
They review all resumes and Banquet Event Orders to ensure all functions are properly staffed and all food, beverage, and supplies are ordered and within budget
They build a successful team that can accomplish goals set for the event operations department
They attend pre-planning meetings with and build relationships with event contacts
They assist with weekly scheduling and payroll, and have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Delphi, and other systems
Additional responsibilities as dictated by the Assistant General Manager or Director of Event Management
Qualification
Required
A passion for service with a positive, can-do attitude
An interest in training and developing future leaders
Extensive knowledge in Event and F&B operational procedures
The desire to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to any situation
Ability to creatively problem solve and deliver results
Knowledge of purchasing, inventory controls, supplies and equipment
Prior leadership experience is required and experience with the specific brand hotel or upscale property is an added plus
Benefits
Day 1 Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
Affordable $2/day Medical insurance with free wellness care
Paid Parental Leave
Unlimited referral bonuses
Vacation/Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover
Discount at other White Lodging restaurants
Tuition reimbursement
Company
White Lodging
A leader among hotel management companies, with a diverse range of hotels in our portfolio.
Founded in 1985
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Anderson
Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
Joe Pagone
Senior Vice President Operations
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