Groups & Events Manager (Local)

Education

College Degree in Hospitality required, University or Hotel School education preferred.

Experience

Previous experience of minimum three (3) years in luxury hotels is required. Previous experience in Groups & Events. Management, Reservations or Sales preferred.

Language

Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment:

Local language – excellent oral and written skills (as applicable) English – excellent oral and written skills Additional language - beneficial

To Fill This Position The Candidate Must Have

COMPETENCIES:

Strong leadership and analytical skills Ability to quickly adapt to a constantly changing market with a revenue positive effect Be proactive in achieving Event & Group revenue goals Relevant experience in Event & Group management. Hotel Operations experience a plus Analytical approach to problem solving and demonstrated ability to “think out-side of the box”

Technical Competencies

Computer literacy adapted to the field of Groups & Events:

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, (Excel/PowerPoint/Word) Micros Fidelio Opera and Sales & Catering

Individual Characteristics

To fill this position the candidate must identify with the Kempinski core values, in addition they should be especially:

People Oriented Passionate for European luxury Entrepreneurial Straightforward Meet deadlines Handle pressure and time constraint Strong writing skills Excellent listening and verbal skills Display confidence when selling product and speaking to guests

Other Skills

Depending on region and property.

Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay

Kempinski Hotel Soma Bay is designed as a Moorish fortress with oriental accents. The hotel features an impressive landscape of pools, waterfalls and lagoons extending more than 7000m², leading up to a spectacular natural sandy beach with over 400m of sea frontage.325 comfortable and graciously appointed guestrooms including 22 Junior Suites, 10 Deluxe Suites and 2 exclusive Presidential Suites; All rooms include a generous bathroom, with both tub and separate shower, and natural light. All rooms feature a private balcony, flat screen satellite TV, individual air conditioning and Internet access. A limited number of rooms are equipped for handicapped use. 55 Laguna Club Rooms and Suites benefit from a separate lounge with spectacular views over Soma Bay’s Marina; additionally, separate check in and checkout desks are offered to our Laguna Club residents.

Dear Applicant,

Thank you for your interest to join our team and submitting your application for this position. A short list will be composed following the close of application and you will be advised of the outcome in due course through our HR team.

Yours sincerely,

Human Resources Team