**Description:** At Hyatt, we believe our guests select Hyatt because of our caring and attentive associates who are focused on providing authentic hospitality and meaningful experiences to each and every guest. Hyatt is a place where high expectations aren't just met-they're exceeded. It's a place of outstanding rewards, where talent opens doors to exciting challenges in the hospitality industry. Candidates interested in joining us need to believe in the power of the individual and understand that regardless of the job, every position has meaning and is important to Hyatt’s purpose. Not only will you be part of a rock-star Events team at the Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay, but you will get to be part of a company that is listed on **Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2023!** **We offer excellent benefits:** + Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days for full-time positions + Free hotel room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates + Free employee cafeteria available every day + 401K with company match + Employee Stock Purchase Plan + Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance The Event Sales Manager is responsible for selling and servicing social events in our recently renovated meeting rooms with large windows and natural lights, unique outdoor spaces and coming soon Tampa's only roof top ballroom with panoramic views of Tampa Bay. Primary sales efforts are in Banquet Food and Beverage and includes menu planning, agenda setting and hotel meeting services. Duties also include contract review and facilitating communication before, during and post event with pertinent hotel staff to ensure a high level of service. The Event Sales Manager also host hotel tours, maintain strong customer relationships, participate and may lead event meetings and other staff meetings, and work as a team member with the sales and events staff. The manager also works closely with an assigned Administrative Assistant and other support staff. **Qualifications:** + A true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast paced environment + Refined verbal and written communication skills + Must be proficient in general computer knowledge + Candidates should be extremely detail oriented and organized + Prefer two years hotel experience or completed Event Management trainee program **Primary Location:** US-FL-Tampa **Organization:** Grand Hyatt Tampa Bay **Pay Basis:** Yearly **Job Level:** Full-time **Job:** Catering/Event Planning **Req ID:** TAM003191 Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.