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Event Planning Manager
Embassy Suites Blue Ash —Blue Ash, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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Mills James Inc —Cincinnati, OH
- $50,000 - $75,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Wedding Sales & Events Manager
Backstage Event Center/Nicholson's Fine Food & Whiskey —Cincinnati, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
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Production Manager - AVL
Access Audio —Cincinnati, OH
- $35 - $50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Google Workspace
- Clean driving record
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Assistant Banquet Manager
The Summit Hotel —Cincinnati, OH
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Catering Sales Manager | Hotel Celare Cincinnati, A Marriott Tribute Portfolio
Hotel Celare —Cincinnati, OH
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- English
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Embassy Suites Blue Ash -
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Event Planning Manager

Embassy Suites Cincinnati Northeast - Blue Ash

Position Summary

The Event Planning Manager is responsible for coordinating and executing group events, meetings, and social functions for Embassy Suites Blue Ash from the post-sale turnover through event completion. This role serves as the primary liaison between clients and hotel operations, ensuring seamless communication, detailed planning, and exceptional event execution. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, customer-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment while delivering outstanding guest experiences.

Responsibilities:

Event Planning & Coordination

Manage group and event business after contract execution through final event completion.
Serve as the primary contact for clients throughout the planning process.
Coordinate all event details, including meeting room setups, food and beverage requirements, audiovisual needs, timelines, VIP requests, transportation, and special accommodations.
Prepare and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), group resumes, and other operational documents accurately and on time.
Conduct pre-conference meetings and communicate all event specifications to hotel departments.
Monitor rooming lists, meeting space utilization, and event schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Ensure all events are executed according to Hilton brand standards and hotel service expectations.
Work closely with the banquet, culinary, front office, housekeeping, and maintenance teams to ensure operational readiness.

Client Relations

Build strong relationships with clients, meeting planners, corporate contacts, sports teams, wedding coordinators, and community organizations.
Provide exceptional customer service throughout the event lifecycle.
Respond promptly and professionally to client requests and changes.
Resolve issues quickly and effectively while maintaining a positive guest experience.
Conduct post-event follow-up to measure satisfaction and identify future opportunities.

Operational Support

Assist the sales team with site visits, client tours, and event presentations when needed.
Collaborate with sales leadership on event strategy, space optimization, and guest experience initiatives.
Monitor group block pickup, cutoff dates, and event timelines.
Ensure compliance with hotel policies, contracts, billing procedures, and operational standards.
Support internal communication between departments to maximize efficiency and service delivery.

Administrative Responsibilities

Maintain accurate records, event documentation, correspondence, and client communication within hotel systems.
Manage event planning timelines and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
Prepare reports related to event activity, operational needs, and group status.
Maintain organized event files and detailed notes for all programs.

Qualifications:

Minimum 2 years of hotel event planning, conference services, or hospitality operations experience preferred.
Experience with Hilton systems and hotel sales/event platforms preferred.
Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities.
Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and hotel event management software.
Ability to work collaboratively across hotel departments.
Flexible schedule including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business demands.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Business, Communications, or related field preferred.
Equivalent hospitality experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

About Company

Founded in 2005, Rolling Hills Hospitality operates 19 hotel properties with a central focus on exceeding the expectations of its guests. Rolling Hills Hospitality has positioned itself as one of the premier hotel development and management firms in the region by embodying high operational standards while achieving a simplicity that can be applied to any business model. Through our management agreements, we are responsible for hiring, training, and leading over 300 employees throughout the Ohio Valley. Rolling Hills Hospitality currently maintains upstanding relationships with the nation’s top hotel companies, including Marriott, Hilton, IHG, and Hyatt. Built on the principle of “if we take care of our employees, then our employees will take care of our guests,” our goal is to create a fun working environment for our employees so that we are positioned for growth and excitement for years to come.

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