Assistant Event Manager - JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo

POSITION SUMMARY

Applicants should have a valid work visa for Japan or be eligible to work in Japan.

Responsible for all on-site details for executing group events, develop and follow checklist/itinerary, and troubleshoot event problems. Serve as liaison and contact person for coordinating details of events with clients, outside vendors, meeting planners, and others involved in events (., Food & Beverage, Front Desk). Design, confirm, and communicate room layouts and set-up requirements for special events. Enter and retrieve information contained in computer databases using a keyboard, mouse, or trackball to update records, files, and reservations. Transmit information or documents using computer, mail, or facsimile machine. Operate standard office equipment other than computers. Prepare weekly departmental payroll paperwork. Verify that staffs of both the banquet and audio-visual departments are working together as a team to deliver optimum service and t...