Crowne Meeting Director

Property: Crowne Plaza Hotel Springfield, IL	Managed by: TPG Hospitality Cranston, RI

Who Will this Job Appeal To?

• Someone who enjoys a property that aggressively sells social and other catering functions.
• An individual who enjoys selling a property that professionally services groups.

Scope of this Position

• In preparing for this position, candidate ideally will have worked in at least the following departments or positions: Sales, Catering, Banquets
• Requires a minimum of 1-3 year(s) of experience.
• This position reports to: Director of Catering
• Must have experience at properties of similar size and quality.
• Position will be required to work a varied schedule that may include evenings, nights, and week-ends.

Job Requirements

• Must be a citizen of this country or possess a valid work permit.

• Experience evaluating each piece of catering business to ensure business can be properly serviced.
• Re-book business before they leave.
• Experience providing A /V equipment and operating A/V as a profit center.
• Optimize room rental charges.
• Maintain close client relationships with in-house groups.
• Excellent creative skills to provide innovative set-ups, menus, and functions for groups.
• Ability to put together creative and innovative menus based on skills of the kitchen.
• Work closely with Chef on pricing specialty menus.

• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to sell concepts and ideas to management, peers, and employees.
• Demonstrate team building experience.
• Demonstrate ability to lead by example.
• Build morale and spirit.
• Use a "hands-on" approach to management.
• Instill a guest service attitude in all employees.
• Instill a calm, organized approach in all situations.

• Strong technical skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Work with limited support.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Good knowledge of computers.
• Strong customer service orientation and skills.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Exceptional detail in follow-up.
• Follow/enforce company policies and procedures.
• Resolve problems.
• Assume responsibility/accountability.
• Excellent safety and sanitation skills.
• Understand security requirements.
• Thorough understanding of HR requirements and regulatory agency requirements.
• Ability to create, develop, and make formal presentations using audio/visual aids.
• Create courteous, friendly, professional work environment.
• Creative problem solving skills.
• Ability to quickly evaluate alternatives and decide on a plan of action.
• Think creatively.
• Solid skills selling and negotiating programs/projects.
• Consistently call on new customers and develop new business.

• High School degree or equivalent.

Compensation

Bonus

Yes

Benefits

Paid Vacation	Yes
Personal Leave	Yes

Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Disability Insurance Life Insurance Vision Insurance

Matching 401-k Company Hotel Travel Discounts An Equal Opportunity Employer We provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, or disability. EOE/AA

How to Apply

Job #117182 — Crowne Meeting Director

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Crowne Plaza Hotel
3000 South Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62703	Phone  (217) 529-7777

Management

Managed by

TPG Hospitality - Cranston, RI

Property Description

The Crowne Plaza Hotel - Springfield is designed and decorated with the gracious charm of a fine European hotel. The luxurious Crowne Plaza Hotel welcomes guests with trademark style and world-class personal service. It is conveniently located directly off Interstate 55 and historic Route 66 and near the World Headquarters for Bunn-O-Matic Corporation, Illinois Department of Transportation and the Illinois Secretary of State office complexes. Just minutes away from Knights Action Park, Lake Springfield and Capital Airport. To take care of your professional needs, we have a complete Crowne meetings department that can handle meetings from 10 to 2000. The hotel also has a fully equipped business center. To meet all of your dining and beverage needs, we have two restaurants--The Rosewood Dining Room and The Mahogany Bar and Grill. For the health conscious, the hotel offers complete recreation level featuring a fully equipped fitness center with several treadmills, stationary bikes and seven junior cybex machines, indoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna.

Property Statistics

Number of rooms 288 Meeting rooms 10 Sq. ft. of meeting space 55,000
		Number of F&B outlets 3

Food & Beverage Outlets

Restaurants  Casual/3 meal

Lounges  Lobby  Lounge

Amenities

Hotel Amenities
1 Indoor Pool 1 Fitness Facility 1 Gift Shop Business Center Concierge services	Dual Line Telephones Data ports High Speed Internet-All Rooms In-room coffee/tea Minibar

Internet Links

Crowne Plaza Hotel http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/cp/1/en/hd/spicc

Procaccianti Group http://www.procgroup.com

How to Apply

Job #117182 — Crowne Meeting Director

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