Events Manager | The SOMM Hotel & Spa - Everett, WA

The SOMM Hotel and Spa, located in Woodinville, Washington, is an emerging luxury hospitality destination poised to become the centerpiece of the vibrant 20-acre Harvest master-planned development. This upscale property features 164 rooms of deluxe accommodations, a signature restaurant, rooftop bar, expansive meeting spaces totaling 10,000 square feet, a 5,661-square-foot spa, and 9,000 square feet of complementary retail space including wine tasting rooms and eateries. This comprehensive resort-style environment, combined with proximity to a lively town square atmosphere filled with restaurants, bars, and residential living, offers a unique fusion of comfort, indulgence, and community engagement. Managed by Columbia Hospitality, Inc., a leader in hospitality management with over 25 years of experience and a reputation for excellence, The SOMM promises both guests and employees a quality service environment fueled by core values such as accountability, creativity, enthusiasm, honesty, inclusion, and respect. The Events Manager role at The SOMM Hotel and Spa is a full-time position that offers a competitive salary ranging from $34.00 to $38.00 per hour, dependent on experience. This role is integral to the hotel's event operations, requiring skillful orchestration of meetings, social events, and corporate functions to ensure exceptional customer satisfaction and operational success. The Events Manager serves as a key liaison bridging clients and various operational teams, overseeing every phase from initial planning to event execution. Responsibilities include gathering detailed requirements for meetings and events, coordinating food and beverage requests, audiovisual needs, and setting arrangements in alignment with property standards. This position demands a thorough understanding of hospitality operations and a proactive approach to client engagement to foster lasting business relationships and repeat clientele. Beyond event coordination, the Events Manager at The SOMM is tasked with financial forecasting, managing client accounts, and adhering to billing standards, ensuring accurate revenue posting and compliance with accounting procedures. The role also emphasizes teamwork, requiring effective collaboration and communication across departments, attention to goal achievement, and participation in meetings and organizational initiatives. The environment promotes professional growth through opportunities like task force participation, career development programs, and exposure to diverse hospitality settings. As part of Columbia Hospitality, the chosen candidate will join a company renowned for its people-first philosophy, supportive culture, and commitment to diversity and inclusion. Employees benefit from strong perks such as daily pay options, paid time off and holiday pay, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, 401K retirement plans, HSA/FSA accounts with employer contributions, and exclusive discounts on lodging, dining, spa, golf, and retail amenities. Additionally, the company encourages community involvement through volunteer initiatives and various committee participations, reinforcing its mission of creating exceptional experiences both for guests and team members. This role demands flexibility, creativity, strong organizational skills, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and hospitality sales platforms, ensuring the successful delivery of memorable events in a stunning Pacific Northwest setting.

• Flexibility to work weekends as required by events and business needs or an alternative such as Tuesday-Saturday
• Attention to detail with the ability to accurately read and write business correspondence effectively
• Ability to travel including air or car, hotel overnight stays, and client entertainment
• Must adhere to Columbia Hospitality Policies and Procedures