Event Manager - The Vanderbilt
Newport, RI 02840
About the Job
Inspired by the insatiable wanderlust and rebellious spirit of Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt, the historic downtown mansion once owned by the businessman and scion has been reinterpreted for the modern era as a lively and stylish social destination. From a secret bar tucked into a corner of the sumptuous Doris Duke-inspired parlor to the specially-commissioned series of mysterious and moody old world still lives sprinkled throughout the foyer and lounge, the scene at The Vanderbilt is crackling with coastal curiosities and alluring eccentricities waiting to be discovered.
Job DescriptionDesign and deliver the event of our guests’ dreams! This is a pivotal role in the planning and execution of high-level events, from magnificent weddings to engaging corporate retreats and everything in between.
- Conduct short and long-term planning and management of events
- Evaluate each piece of business to ensure events are properly serviced
- Assembles creative and innovative events based on internal capabilities or outsources to qualified vendors
- Supervises and works with the event team, ensuring adherence to the highest level of standards and expectations
- Administers various phases of events, including but not limited to planning, marketing, sales, servicing, and administrative procedures
- Conducts pre and post-event meetings as required to review/communicate group needs and feedback
- Manage revenue and profitability associated with events
- 2+ years of progressive event management experience
- Ability to maintain a service-oriented style with professional presentational skills
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills
- Success in owning events and experiences in a luxury setting
Additional Information
Auberge Resorts Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences, and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine and spas, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With hotels and resorts across three continents, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations. Please visit aubergeresorts.com to learn more about our Collection. Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, Facebook and Pinterest: @AubergeResorts and #AlwaysAuberge.
Vanderbilt Hotel LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Vanderbilt Hotel LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vanderbilt Hotel LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.