Assistant Director, Meetings & Events

Sun Hill Industries

. Support strategic leadership and daily operations of the Sales, Events, and F&B Departments .

Posted 10/17/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesLead💰 $95,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing hotel events and operations, with strong leadership capabilities to coach and develop teams while ensuring exceptional guest experiences. Proficient in budget management, event planning, and utilizing property management systems to enhance operational efficiency.

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Event ManagementLeadership SkillsBudget ManagementProject ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Event PlanningBudget ManagementLabor Productivity MonitoringMenu Quality CoordinationOperational Procedures OversightCatering OperationsConvention ServicesTeam DevelopmentClient Relationship ManagementRevenue Enhancement

Soft Skills

CoachingOrganizational SkillsProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

DelphiOnQCI/TYMicrosoft Office Suite

Industry Keywords

Hospitality ManagementFull-Service HotelBanquet OperationsHigh-Volume CateringEvent Documentation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Delphi

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support strategic leadership and daily operations of the Sales, Events, and F&B Departments
Assist in leading Events & Banquets teams through day-to-day operational oversight, coaching, training, and performance development
Support recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and ongoing development of department team members
Help oversee event assignments, workflow, service standards, and operating procedures
Partner with Sales, Revenue Management, and Operations teams from contract turnover through event execution
Serve as primary contact for assigned meetings, events, and key accounts
Conduct pre-convention meetings, site inspections, planning meetings, and event follow-up
Monitor in-house event operations, resolve service challenges, and respond to client requests
Collaborate with culinary and banquet leadership on menu quality, pricing integrity, and creative offerings
Maintain event documentation including BEOs, rooming lists, billing instructions, and event changes
Monitor labor productivity, identify revenue enhancement opportunities, and assist with budgets and profitability goals
Coordinate meetings, conferences, weddings, and social events across hotel departments
Uphold brand standards, hotel policies, and safety procedures while improving operational processes and guest experience
Assume leadership responsibilities in the Director's absence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive experience in hotel meetings and events, convention services, catering, or banquet operations, including supervisory or management experience
Previous experience in a full-service hotel or resort environment with high-volume group and catering business preferred
Experience using hotel property management and event management systems (e.g., Delphi, OnQ, CI/TY, or similar platforms) preferred
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, vendors, and cross-functional hotel teams
Proven ability to anticipate guest needs, resolve challenges proactively, and make sound decisions under pressure
Strong financial and business acumen, including experience managing budgets, labor costs, and revenue opportunities
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Availability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required
Must be able to bend, crouch, kneel, twist, stand, walk, climb, lift, push, and pull objects weighing up to 250 lbs., often for extended periods
Must be able to maneuver around the property and sit for prolonged periods
Must be able to operate a computer, telephone, copier, and other office equipment
Must have manual dexterity to operate all office equipment
Must be able to perform essential job functions in high ambient noise conditions
Must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401(k) with company matching
Complimentary Employee Meals
Exclusive worldwide Hilton employee travel discount program