Group Event Planner - Full Time, Year Round

Company: Stratton Mountain
Location: Lebanon
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Please note, this position is located at Stratton Mountain Resort in Stratton Mountain, VT Year Round 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 for our seasonal team members including:

• Stratton season pass for all employees
• Free or discounted (depending on classification) season pass for dependents - this includes spouse &.children under 26 years old
• Alterra Mountain Company Employee Pass - free lift access & discounts (depending on classification) at all Alterra owned resorts - dependents too!
• Unlimited introduction letters for 50% off day tickets at IKON partner resorts (depending on classification)
• Discounted golf, mountain biking and fitness center memberships
• Employee childcare rates & discounted seasonal programs for self & dependents (depending on classification)
• Retail and Food and Beverage discounts
• Industry/Pro-form discounts
• 12 - $25 lift tickets for your friend & family guests (depending on classification)
• Onsite medical clinic
• 401(k) with company match
• Company paid sick timeAdditional perks & benefits for year round employeesPOSITION DETAILS: Stratton Mountain Resort is currently seeking a Group Event Planner to 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 $22.00/hour. 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 Event Planning, Catering Manager, Food and Beverage Director and Director of Sales Education and Experience Requirements:
    • High School Diploma required, Associates or bachelor's degree preferred
    • Previous experience in Conference Services and Food & Beverage in a hotel environment strongly preferredQualifications, Knowledge, Skill and Ability Requirements:
      • 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
      • Team Player
      • Understanding of resort operations
      • Working knowledge of Delphi, Host, Microsoft Outlook a plus Stratton Mountain Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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