Group Event Planner

At Stratton, we are a team of people who work extremely hard and take our jobs very seriously, without forgetting how to laugh and have fun.  We choose people that display the talent and attitude that exemplify the high level of service our guests expect and deserve. Our vision is to be A BOLD MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CULTIVATING EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES. 

BESIDES GETTING PAID TO WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE RESORT, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Stratton's team members are rewarded with job experience, opportunities for career advancement and some great lifestyle perks (eligibility based on employee type).

• Alterra Mountain Company Employee Pass - free lift access & discounts at Alterra resorts
• Free or discounted multi-resort dependent season passes
• Free or discounted IKON pass 
• Discounted golf & fitness center memberships
• Employee childcare rates & discounted seasonal programs
• Retail + F&B discounts
• Friends & family tickets
• Onsite medical clinic
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, HSAs, & FSAs
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Discounted tuition plan
• Paid parental leave
• Paid sick time, FTO, Vacation

Additional perks & benefits for year round employees

POSITION DETAILS:

The Group Event Planner will act as the primary liaison between group leaders, guests, and internal departments involved in the execution of their events on resort. These events include but are not limited to weddings, corporate events, and private group functions. The Group Event Planner position is full time, year-round, benefit eligible role that starts at $23.00/hour plus commission.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Work closely with guests throughout the planning process to coordinate details of an event
• Organize space requirements, times, audio/visual, menus, decorations, activities, and lodging with guests and internal departments
• Project management for special events
• Communicate with internal staff to ensure quality product and guest satisfaction
• Be present to oversee proper execution of the events
• Record all event and group details into Delphi
• Work with outside vendors and partners connected to groups and events
• Handle billing for each group and event
• Conduct post event and group reviews and make recommendations for improvement
• Maintain excellent communication with Sales Managers, Catering Manager, Food and Beverage Director and Director of Sales
• Additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma required, associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
• Previous experience in Conference Services and Food & Beverage in a hotel environment strongly preferred
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• Excellent organizational, time management and prioritization skills required
• Ability to work well with diverse groups of people
• Ability to multi-task with paying attention to details
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for superior customer service
• Flexible with work schedule
• Weekend and evening availability required
• Understanding of resort operations
• Working knowledge of Delphi, Host, Microsoft Outlook a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

This position will be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.  

An Equal Opportunity Employer