Events Coordinator (The Westin Dragonara Resort)

Negotiable
Experience
Unlimited
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Japan, Nara
Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY


The challenging position of Events Coordinator is currently
available within the Events Department. The successful applicant will
be responsible for assisting in tasks and coordinating details for convention
groups, corporate and social events, as well as selling, organizing
and overseeing local functions, whilst ensuring and exceeding customer
satisfaction. The person holding this position will support the department
in running in the most efficient and effective manner, and achieving budgeted
targets for the year.

This role calls for
an organized and mature person, who will also need to be a great team player.
The person will also be responsible for building and maintaining relationships
with existing accounts through regular correspondence, site inspections,
show-rounds and written communication. Other tasks will involve keeping
the operational team well informed of upcoming events, accurately updating
the hotel sales and catering system as well as participating in catering
and sales meetings.

Whilst willing to work flexible
hours, the successful applicant should possess the following
requirements:

  • Organization skills

  • Ability to work in a team
  • Good knowledge
    of Word, Excel and other Microsoft Office applications

  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Proficiency
    in the English language (both written and spoken)


At Marriott International, we are dedicated to
being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access
to opportunity.

We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates
are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend
of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed
to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran
status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

At
Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance
their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can
be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming
the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged
associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our
associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property.

You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active
and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you
are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your
purpose, belong to an amazing global​team, and become the best
version of you.

We have an extraordinary portfolio of brands, with over 9,700 hotels and resorts under more than 30 preferred brands in the industry, covering 143 countries and regions, offering a richer selection for you to feel, experience, and explore the world.