Groups, Meetings & Events Specialist - Amsterdam

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Do you have a passion for hospitality and events?

Would you like to work in a dynamic and innovative environment?

Are you creative and always looking for new opportunities?

The Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel is looking for a Groups, Meetings & Events Specialist!

What are my responsibilities? 

As a Groups, Meetings and Events Specialist, you will be responsible for handling and managing enquiries for the Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel, for Corporate Groups (10 bedrooms or more), Local Catering (Meetings or Events without or up to 10 bedrooms) and Corporate Meetings (Meetings or Events with 10 or more bedrooms) from the enquiry stage to the execution.

You serve as the contact person for clients, vendors, and meeting or event planners and communicate with them by phone and e-mail to respond to questions and requests and optimize revenue & utilization of meeting and event space as well as Event Satisfaction. You are responsible for all details for a perfect execution of the event. You prepare all documentation and coordinate with all departments and customers to ensure consistent, high-level service throughout the pre-event, event and post-event phases of the events. You deal with reservation requests, no-shows, changes, additional services and cancellations.

You will ensure all hotel events have a seamless turnover to our operational departments and act as a key-contact person for both the clients and internally towards all hotel disciplines. On the day of the event, you hand all information over to our Event Operations department. You are responsible for the highest level of service by leading and executing the requirements of events, based on Renaissance Event Management Standards.

What are we looking for? 

We are looking for an ambassador who is creative and brings personal style to every event experience. You are ambitious and experienced in handling events and are looking for a new opportunity to develop further your skills. You live life to discover and you have a natural curiosity and a warm way with people. Is this exactly who you are and what you want to do? We’re looking for someone like you!

To be eligible for this position you…

•    Live Life to Discover.

•    Have a degree in Hospitality Management or similar.

•    Have experience in Events and a passion for Hospitality and Lifestyle.

•    Have strong communication skills (verbal, listening, writing) and strong organization skills.

•    Speak English and Dutch.

What do you get in return?

•    A professional and stimulating work environment.

•    An international and dynamic team. 

•    Personal coaching to support you in your day-to-day job and lots of development and training opportunities.

•    Special Associate Rate discount available for Marriott products worldwide.

•    A TakeCare program, we focus on your well-being in general and organize several healthy and fun activities throughout the year

•    Career possibilities within Marriott International.

•    As part of our culture we celebrate recognition and organize many social activities, such as our Associates Appreciation Week, yearly Staff party and Team outing.

Transformation on the way…

A unique opportunity is awaiting you in the city center of one of the most dynamic markets in Europe. We are excited that the Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel is currently undergoing a full transformation. A major investment has been made in the hotel which will result in completely renovated guest rooms and public areas, including a brand-new bar, restaurant and rooftop bar & terrace. The hotel will expand from 402 to 500 rooms and an additional conference center will be constructed. The Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel has a very high focus on sustainability and will aim to become an enhancement to the city of Amsterdam.

Visit the below page to find out more;

(https://www.renovationrenaissanceamsterdam.com/)