What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Planner position at Aston Carter?
Description:
• Manage reception desk essential functions, greeting and directing clients, answering telephone calls, promptly returning emails, etc.
• Submit facilities requests as directed by Planner; walk and inspect conference room setups
• Support Event Managers with high level meetings; and stretch assignments as needed
• Build working relationships with fellow colleagues, porters, audio visual and catering teams
• Manage space issues, escalate unresolved issues to the Lead Planner
• Adhere to standards of operations established for Conference Center
• Join planner on pre and post con calls, aiding data entry
• Check rooms making sure catering, audio visual and room sets
Skills & Qualifications:
Qualifications
• Two years hospitality experience in a 5-star hotel, Event Planning and Food & Beverage
• Ability to effectively manage guest experience and expectations, some requiring a high level of tact and diplomacy
• Knowledge of basic audio visual and catering
• Quick problem solving skills and effective time management
• MS Office skills, knowledge of EMS booking system (a plus)
• Must be willing to work flexible shifts to cover conference center hours and locations
About Aston Carter:
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At Aston Carter, we’re dedicated to expanding career opportunities for the skilled professionals who power our business. Our success is driven by the talented, motivated people who join our team across a range of positions – from recruiting, sales and delivery to corporate roles. As part of our team, employees have the opportunity for long-term career success, where hard work is rewarded and the potential for growth is limitless.
Established in 1997, Aston Carter is a leading staffing and consulting firm, providing high-caliber talent and premium services to more than 7,000 companies across North America. Spanning four continents and more than 200 offices, we extend our clients’ capabilities by seeking solvers and delivering solutions to address today’s workforce challenges. For organizations looking for innovative solutions shaped by critical-thinking professionals, visit AstonCarter.com. Aston Carter is a company within Allegis Group, a global leader in talent solutions.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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Salary : $25 - $30
