Job Description:

Be a part of the newest luxury hotel in downtown LA, Conrad Los Angeles ! As part of the highly anticipated billion-dollar project, The Grand LA , this is the 7 th Conrad Hotel in the U.S. and the 1 st in California.

Located in the most exciting state-of-the-art development of DTLA, this luxurious 28-story hotel has over 300 rooms, a spa, 16,000 square foot rooftop with a pool deck, 12,000 square feet of event space, and 4 food and beverage outlets. This includes a signature restaurant, outdoor restaurant, lobby bar, and in-room dining all in partnership with Chef Jose Andres' award-wining restaurant group, JoseAndresFoodGroup .

The Grand LA combines lifestyle, arts, and culture to provide a truly unique experience in Los Angeles. It is at the epicenter of downtown LA's cultural corridor across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall with two towers, a 45-story residential and 28-story hotel , and more than 176,000 square feet of retail space anchored by chef-driven restaurants and a collection of shops, entertainment, and hospitality.

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In this role as the Catering and Events Coordinator, you will be responsible for soliciting, securing, coordinating and responding to inquiries regarding the purchase of food and beverage and use of event facilities for small local and group catered events in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of (1) year of experience in hotel Catering Sales. Previous wedding sales, event sales, or convention services administrative experience highly desired. Experience working in a luxury or 5-star property is preferred. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Knowledge of food and beverage products, floral, decor, entertainment. Ability to effectively communicate in oral or written form in English. Previous experience in Delphi is preferable. Microsoft Word, excel, & outlook experiencerequired. Ability to multi-task within specific time constraints.

What will I be doing?

• Solicit, secure, coordinate and respond to customer inquiries regarding the purchase of food and beverage, rental of event facilities and purchase of ancillary services from the hotel for groups and meetings of 50 or fewer guests with 10 or fewer guest room nights
• Host and entertain clients, conduct property tours, draft contracts and promote facilities and services
• Communicate with and provide direction and supervision to team members to execute catering events
• Generate contracts and Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and support daily distribution of BEOs, reader boards and change logs
• Work with Department Secretaries/Administrative Assistants in maintaining the file room and the proper stocking of Catering Marketing Collateral
• Respond to guest inquiries and requests and resolve issues in a timely, friendly and efficient manner
• Generate food and beverage revenue for groups and meetings of 50 or less guests with 10 or less guest room nights by responding to customer inquiries promptly.
• Handles negotiations with meeting planners and generate Banquet Event Orders based on agreed contractual terms. Prepare and process all required paperwork to include BEOs for groups with room blocks of 10 or less, and all other related correspondences with clients.
• Maintain excellent working relationship from initial lead call through follow-up solicitation and maintain contact with all support departments, including banquets and functions room departments, until event conclusion.

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands . Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits - Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the U.S. We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrivepersonally and professionallyin a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay

• Medical Insurance Coverage - for you and your family

• Mental Health Resources

• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Go Hilton travel discount program

• Supportiveparental leave

• Matching 401(k)

• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount

• Debt-free education :Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)

• Career growth and development

• Team Member Resource Groups

• Recognition and rewards programs

* Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement if applicable.

The hourly range is $25 - $29 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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