Job Information
Omni Hotels Convention Services Administrative Assistant in Hot Springs, Virginia
Location
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa
Our employees are what make The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa what it is. Since 1766, they’ve helped us offer guests an opportunity to enjoy Southern hospitality at its best. Located in the Allegheny Mountains of Virginia, we are a four-season resort that boasts superb restaurant dining experiences, championship golf, spa, winter sports and numerous other activities ideal for families and corporate outings.
The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Homestead Resort & Spa may be your perfect match.
Job Description
The Conference Services Administrative Assistant is responsible for assisting in the daily operations for events and meeting space to ensure overall client satisfaction. This individual will report to the Director of Catering and Convention Services and handle all administrative duties as assigned by other members of the Conference Services Department.
Responsibilities
To answer phones, type correspondence, and to assist guests and managers as needed.
Organize, maintain and monitor office correspondence and general organization of the Conference Services Department.
Follow all corporate, hotel and department policies and procedures.
For designated manager/director, maintain an accurate and detailed calendar for the daily appointments, meetings, phone calls, due dates and event related deadlines.
Assist in the preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
To provide total customer satisfaction through proper etiquette, politeness, professionalism, and efficient service.
Answer phones within three rings and in a manner that corresponds with the phones scenarios set forth by Omni Hotels.
Type correspondence including letters, memos, e-mails and other department reports as instructed. Responsible for clearly and concisely producing the BEOs and managing the change logs.
Provide office with overall organization by maintaining up to date files, preparing and implementing proper labeling, preparing accurate messages, etc.
Maintain office equipment, order office supplies and general office responsibilities necessary to operate a professional, clean and well maintained office environment.
Assist with coordinating logistics and distributing information for site visits and groups to include transportation, amenities, banquet event orders, schedule of events, etc.
Complete and distribute detailed site alerts that are timely and thorough.
Serve as a liaison between Conference Service Managers and other hotel departments.
Manage and maintain department collateral material (i.e. sales kits, menu packets)
Work effectively and efficiently in Delphi, Opera, Go Concierge and other software programs.
Process and distribute paperwork to clients and hotel operational departments (i.e. proposals, menus, banquet event orders, contracts, etc.).
Qualify telephone inquiries by determining clients’ needs and specifications and properly refer clients to a Catering Manager, Sales Manager or Convention Service Manager.
Complete special projects and reports as assigned by Convention Service Managers and Director of Convention Services.
Process internal and external VIP requests.
Assist in travel plans and scheduling for managers.
Assist with additional office coverage when necessary.
Be knowledgeable and informed on Omni Hotels, The Homestead, industry information, competition, and general market conditions.
Sort, screen and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
Qualifications
3-5 years resort experience in convention services/catering preferred.
Must have working knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Delphi.
Must be organized and detail oriented.
Must be able to handle multiple tasks at one time.
Strong guest service orientation
High standard of appearance
Good organizational skills
Extremely flexible and willing to work required hours
Proven self-starter (assertive)
Effective communication skills (both oral and written)
Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster (https://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm) and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf)
If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.
Job LocationsUS-VA-Hot Springs
Posted Date2 weeks ago(12/18/2024 5:35 PM)
Requisition ID 2024-117415
of Openings 1
Category (Portal Searching) Catering and Convention Services