Key Skills

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a passionate and enthusiastic colleague! Do you want to work in a dynamic work environment in the center of Amsterdam and are you interested in a position at the Amsterdam Marriott Hotel? Read the information below and get excited to apply! Set next to the picturesque Vondelpark, in the heart of the city, the 396-room Amsterdam Marriott is celebrated for its proximity to significant landmarks such as the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum, exclusive shopping, vibrant nightlife and high-end restaurants. Opened in 1975 as the first Marriott in Europe, the hotel blends a prime location with contemporary interiors, offering an ideal address for exploring Amsterdam. The hotel also features 11 flexible meeting and event spaces with natural daylight, including our Grand Ballroom and studios. Guests can enjoy premium dining at Midtown Grill, one of Amsterdam’s top steak restaurants, as well as Bar TWLV, our cosmopolitan bar offering globally inspired dishes, creative cocktails and a day-to-night atmosphere What are your responsibilities? We are looking for an enthusiastic and service minded Groups, Meetings and Events Manager. You will lead the Group, Meetings and Events team. You communicate with the guests and your colleagues from different departments to ensure the guest’s needs are met. You will work close together with our Event Planning and our Sales department. What makes you the perfect fit? Responsibilities You take initiative and feel responsible for what you do. You have relevant experience in Events and are a reliable colleague. You are flexible and do not mind working different shifts and you speak Dutch and/or English. To be eligible for this position you: Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Leisure or Hospitality; Have at least 2 years’ experience in the event management or related professional area; Demonstrate strong leadership skills; Like to create a personal connection with our guests; Go the extra mile for our guests, but also for your colleagues; Are fluent in English and also preferable Dutch, other languages are a plus. What do you get in return? Benefits The Amsterdam Marriott Hotel is part of Marriott International and offers a competitive salary & a wide package of benefits. Each year you will have a performance appraisal and depending on your performance you will get a salary increase. Furthermore we offer: Special discounted rates for 10.000+ Marriott hotels worldwide for you, your family and friends; Monthly gross salary with a range from €2900 to €3300 per month. Personal coaching & training to support you in your day-to-day job; Career possibilities within Marriott International; You can make use of our gym for free. To get a good work out before our after your shift. Travel allowance of € 0,23 cents per kilometer; 25 paid vacation days per year. Based on a fulltime contract; Professional uniform provided by the hotel; Access to our Marriott Benefits at Work Platform; Discounts at top restaurants in Amsterdam through our partnership with Luxury Hotels of Amsterdam. Possibility for an attractive referral bonus program A ‘Sprit to Serve’, get rewarded for bringing excellent service through positive reviews; A TakeCare program; we focus on your wellbeing in general and organize several healthy and fun activities throughout the year; A professional environment to work in; Many social activities, such as our Associate Appreciation Week, an annual Staff Party and Team outings. For more information about the Amsterdam Marriott Hotel please have a look on our website; www.amsterdammarriott.com. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

Core Responsibilities

Lead the Groups, Meetings and Events team and ensure guests’ needs are met through effective communication with guests and colleagues across departments. Work closely with the Event Planning and Sales departments to deliver successful events and a high standard of guest service.

Requirements

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Leisure, or Hospitality and at least two years of experience in event management or a related professional area. Strong leadership, flexibility, initiative, a guest-focused approach, and fluency in English are required; Dutch and other languages are advantageous.

Benefits

• Discounted Hotel Rates
• Performance Appraisal
• Salary Increase Based on Performance
• Personal Coaching and Training
• Career Development Opportunities
• Free Gym Access
• Travel Allowance
• 25 Paid Vacation Days
• Professional Uniform
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Restaurant Discounts
• Referral Bonus Program
• Service Recognition Rewards
• Wellbeing Program
• Social Activities