Hilton Grand Vacations

Senior Assistant Director of Events and Catering - Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort

Hilton Grand Vacations$80K — $95K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in event management or a similar role
  • Proven leadership abilities in managing teams and projects
  • Strong understanding of budget management and cost optimization
  • Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement
  • Up-to-date knowledge of current event trends and best practices

Responsibilities

  • Implement strategic initiatives to enhance event quality and process efficiency
  • Provide hands-on leadership for event operations with diverse stakeholders
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on events and industry standards
  • Partner with sales teams to support event business growth
  • Support financial management including budgeting and forecasting
  • Champion Hilton's company culture through engagement and support
  • Develop and guide talent with mentoring and career growth initiatives

Benefits

  • Incredible travel perks with discounted rates at Hilton hotels
  • Employee stock purchase program with a 15% discount
  • Paid parental leave for eligible team members
  • Personalized caregiving support for employees and their families
  • Crisis concierge for support during difficult times
  • Access to mental health resources through an Employee Assistance Program
  • Generous paid time off to recharge and focus on personal life
  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits for you and your family
  • Retirement plans to facilitate saving for the future
Full Job Description
Job Description

Responsibilities

Here's what you'll do during a typical day:
  • Implement strategic initiatives: Assist in driving innovative event strategies and continuously refining processes to deliver high quality, best-in-class experiences
  • Provide hands-on leadership: Assist in leading event operations, ensuring strong and consistent engagement with internal stakeholders, team members, guests, and suppliers
  • Serve as an events SME: Apply industry expertise and best practices, stay current on event trends, and represent Hilton in professional associations
  • Partner in sales support efforts: Assist with the sales process and participate in client site inspections to drive event business growth and ensure that all event solutions align with Hilton's standards
  • Support financial management: Assist with overseeing budgets, forecasting, and cost reporting while optimizing staffing, space usage, and resource allocation
  • Champion company culture: Support a collaborative, high-performing team by embodying Hilton's values, fostering a guest- and team member-centric environment, and actively engaging with colleagues through meaningful interactions
  • Develop and guide talent: Assist in talent development by supporting career growth initiatives, mentoring team members, and maintaining an open-door policy to foster engagement, resolve conflicts, and ensure a productive work environment


Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About the Team

How We'll Help You Thrive

At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:
  • Incredible travel perks - Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
  • Own a piece of Hilton - Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
  • Paid parental leave - Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
  • Personalized caregiving support - Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
  • Crisis concierge - In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
  • Mental health resources - Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) - Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
  • Health & welfare benefits - From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
  • Financial security for your future - Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next

*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member's location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.

About Hilton Grand Vacations

Hilton Grand Vacations is a global leader in vacation ownership, providing exclusive access to some of the world's most popular destinations. With a portfolio of 62 resorts and over 325,000 members, the company offers a range of vacation experiences, from beachfront getaways to mountain retreats. Hilton Grand Vacations is committed to providing exceptional customer service and creating unforgettable vacation memories for its members.
Learn more about Hilton Grand Vacations
Size
13,000 employees
Market Cap
$4.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$201 million
Founded
1992
5 Year Trend
+8.1%
Revenue
$894 million
NASDAQ

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