Now Hiring - Event Sales & Planning Manager in Newport, RI

Welcome to the anything but ordinary Hotel Viking, an iconic landmark of Newport hospitality since 1926. Hotel Viking located in the heart of downtown Newport, RI is growing their Sales & Events department. We are seeking the right person to add to this team to enhance the already successful department. Embracing guests and coworkers with a positive attitude is paramount! Davidson Hospitality, as a company, has strong growth potential and this is where it starts.

Work alongside Newport's most talented sales and event professionals in one of the most sought-after venues, Hotel Viking and envision yourself growing in your dream career. We're seeking a creative and detail-oriented Event Sales & Planning Manager to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of events, from initial planning to execution, to ensure that our guests have an unforgettable experience. The Event Planning Manager acts a liaison between the customer and hotel sales person to provide direction and supervision during execution of meeting and banquet functions or event.

Some specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

If you're a natural leader, love a fast-paced environment, and thrive under pressure, then we want to hear from you!

• Bachelor's degree and/or 2+ years of event planning in high end hotel, catering company, or special event venue experience
• 1-year food and beverage experience
• Strong understanding of negotiation and interpretation of contracts
• Effective leadership and communication skills as a manager
• Developed business communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient knowledge of computers and Microsoft office
• Present a professional appearance and confidence
• Ability to communicate effectively with public and other Team Members
• Strong time management skills, and ability to work under pressure
• Experience with major Hospitality Sales CRM systems
• Require availability to work flexible hours and weekends
• Exceptional organizational, multi-tasking, written & verbal communication skills
• Collaborate with all departments and foster team environment

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Three Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.