Job Information
Compass Group, North America MEETING & EVENT PLANNER in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Flik Hospitality Group
Salary: $60000 - $65000 / year
What makes FLIK click
What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.
We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.
Job Summary
Key Responsiblities:
Plan and execute events/meetings with client colleagues
Coordinate all information for on-site events and be the main liaison between the client and all service vendors to plan, set up, execute and ensure total meeting success
Liaison with Site Affairs team to manage Site Wide Events
Work with partner planners, and Reserve Team booking and reserving meeting space and equipment as necessary
Develop plans for meeting set up and meeting room design
Maintain confidentiality related to the people and contents of the event
Enter meeting specifics into the central database/filing system
Assign meetings/events from meeting request forms that come in if needed
Maintain and keep meeting schedule data base current
Set up folders for the following year for all meetings scheduled
Schedule and run bi-weekly Event Order meetings
Assist running Site Affairs meetings
Create and manage conference and event budgets
Review all meeting invoices/accounts payable and forward for appropriate signatures and payment ensuring timely processing
Planners may be asked to fulfill other roles such as: Work with the Site Guidelines committee and edit guidelines as requested
Set up and maintain yearly spread sheet of cost savings, sustainability, continuous improvement. Monitor sheet monthly to make sure formulas stay correct for accurate totals
Understand Corporate Audio Visual and technology
Understand the Catering connections affiliated with corporate meetings and events
Assist the Conference Planners, Meeting Coordinators and Logistics Coordinator with day-to-day activities and responsibilities as needed. Oversee the day-to-day operation.
Cross train with staff
Manage Outside Vendor program - Coordinate with Outside Vendor program to set up vendors for the site. Schedule logistics for tables (set up/break down), log vendors into Saver. Meet and greet vendors
Assist meeting coordinators in booking and brokering rooms on the conference and event space management system
Perform pre-cons, post-cons, planning calls
Hospitality Core Competencies:
Requires the ability to interact with all clients in a professional and friendly manner despite periods of stress
Teamwork - one team mentality, demonstrate respect, share the workload, and trust your colleagues
Multi-tasking ability - balance multiple inputs and needs to reach the needed objective
Flexibility - be enthusiastic, adaptable, and resilient
Attention to detail - seek clear understanding and drive all issues to successful resolution
Time Management - use your time effectively and productively
Communication - understand verbal and non-verbal cues, be an active listener. Show genuine respect and empathy
Interpersonal skills - demonstrate cultural awareness. Create memorable experiences. Demonstrate care for others.
Problem solving - accurately and objectively define issues. Take initiative to resolve.
Apply to Flik today!
Flik is a member of Compass Group USA
Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/)
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Flik Hospitality are offered many fantastic benefits.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Req ID: 1311384
Flik Hospitality Group
JEANNE M LANE
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