Events Manager - Jumeirah Gulf of Bahrain Resort Spa

About Jumeirah & the Hotel:

Jumeirah Group, a member of Dubai Holding, has been making a distinguished impact on the global hospitality market for more than two decades with its Stay Different™ brand promise.

Its award-winning destinations, such as the iconic Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, position service beyond expectations, elevated dining destinations and surprising architecture and design at the heart of every guest experience.

Today, Jumeirah operates a world-class portfolio of 23 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia and employs over 8,000 colleagues, representing over 106 nationalities.

As Jumeirah continues to expand its global portfolio and scales up its operations to the next level of growth, it remains fully committed to developing and empowering our colleagues to excel in world class environments.

Jumeirah is committed to embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion in all its practices, embracing a culture that celebrates diversity.

Jumeirah Bahrain Gulf Resort and Spa is an idyllic getaway situated majestically on the shores of the Gulf and takes its architectural inspiration from the gentle movements of the sea. The resort’s cluster of villas and elegantly designed rooms, along with the award-winning Talise Spa, offers a sanctuary for travelers looking to recharge and embark on a journey for wellbeing. Bahrain presents itself as a destination for the ultimate Middle Eastern experience, with its rich heritage of beautiful forts and charming bazaars blending perfectly with an inspirational vision for the future. The resort harmonises Jumeirah’s promise of unparalleled hospitality with the wonder of the destination, providing a true beachside escape in the heart of culture. Set to exceed all guest expectations, the resort and spa is an oasis for nature-loving friends, families and couples hoping to disconnect from the chaos of everyday life.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for an Events Manager role to join Jumeirah Gulf of Bahrain Resort & Spa Family.

The main purpose of this position to assist in planning, organizing and directing the overall running of the C&I events and groups as well as maintaining established quality standards in a manner consistent with hotel standards and customer needs.

Duties and responsibilities of this role:

• Being able to send a comprehensive proposal and contract when required.
• Coordinating with other departments the needs of a group which will directly affect that department (i.e., amenities, arrival/departure time, deliveries, special meal requirements)
• Maintaining the policies set forth in the group sales contract (i.e. deposits, cut off dates, attrition, rooming lists, billing instructions)
• Coordinating the sales efforts between events department and catering to ensure proper utilization of function space to yield maximum revenues.
• Negotiating with clients and achieve maximum revenue/profit potential white satisfying client needs.
• Developing creative and attractive menu presentations for potential clients.
• Conducting tours of the property with meeting planner and potential clients.

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About You:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in C&I or Sales within a hotel/conference center environment
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast paced, high-volume environment.
• Highly motivated and passionate about customer service
• Knowledge in facilitating Indian Weddings

About the Benefits:

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Bahraini Dinar (BHD), the local currency of Bahrain. In addition, we offer reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, flights home, accommodation allowance, life insurance, 50% discount off Jumeirah F&B Outlets and reduced hotel rates.