Wailea,HI,USA Aviation Opening | Hiring

The Waldorf Astoria Resort in Maui, Grand Wailea, is a stunning luxury hotel situated on 40 acres of lush tropical gardens. This Forbes Recommended property is renowned worldwide, consistently ranked among the best resorts globally. With 780 guest rooms, expansive 100,000 square feet of banquet facilities, and a variety of dining options including 6 restaurants, 2 bars, a cafe, and in-room dining services, the resort offers an elite hospitality experience. As part of the prestigious Hilton portfolio, the Waldorf Astoria embodies the richness of Hawaiian culture combined with modern sophistication, providing guests with unparalleled luxury, comfort, and service. The resort attracts both leisure and business travelers from around the world who seek exceptional experiences within a beautifully maintained tropical environment. The Senior Event Manager role at the Waldorf Astoria Maui is a critical position within the Catering and Events team. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $85,000 to $100,000 annually, dependent on experience. The successful candidate will manage the complete lifecycle of complex hotel events, ensuring high standards of service and seamless coordination between various departments including Sales, Food and Beverage, and Guest Services. This position requires an individual who thrives in a vibrant, fast-paced environment and demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and a passion for delivering exceptional events. As Senior Event Manager, you will act as the primary liaison for event planners after the sales handover, ensuring client satisfaction from pre-event planning through post-event execution and follow-up. The role demands superior organizational skills to prioritize and plan duties effectively, excellent communication abilities to maintain timely correspondence with internal and external clients, and a strong ability to build lasting client relationships that meet and exceed expectations. You will also play a proactive role in identifying opportunities to increase revenue through upselling and crafting enhanced event experiences. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of hospitality management experience, including supervisory responsibilities for small teams. Experience with hotel property management systems such as Delphi.fdc is beneficial. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at one of the world’s premiere resorts within a globally recognized hospitality brand, supporting Hilton’s mission to deliver exceptional guest experiences through innovation, quality, and teamwork. Embracing Hilton’s core values of Hospitality, Integrity, Leadership, Teamwork, Ownership, and a sense of urgency ('Now'), you will contribute to creating memorable events that underscore the Waldorf Astoria’s reputation for excellence and elevate the overall guest experience. Working at Hilton means being part of a company with nearly a century of industry leadership, offering extensive career growth opportunities and an inclusive, supportive work environment. The resort provides excellent benefits, fostering the physical and mental well-being of its team members to ensure they thrive both professionally and personally. Join the team and become part of a legacy that fills the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality every day.

• Minimum two years hospitality related experience at manager level
• Experience in supervision or management of 1-3 people
• Knowledge of hotel property management systems such as Delphi.fdc
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work varied hours as needed
• Proven track record of client service excellence