Main role
The Event Hotel Director oversees both hotel operations (accommodation, catering, reception, entertainment) and the organisation of events. They coordinate internal teams and external service providers, manage budgets, ensure customer satisfaction and the profitability of the establishment. They make sure each event benefits from impeccable service by anticipating logistical, human, and technical needs, all while maintaining a high level of quality for all hotel guests.
SIMILAR JOB TITLES
Event Venue Director
Job tasks
- Define and implement the overall strategy for the hotel and its event activity
- Oversee operational management: accommodation, catering, reception, entertainment, maintenance
- Design, plan, and supervise the organisation of events (from booking to delivery)
- Manage budgets, optimise profitability, and ensure administrative and financial follow-up
- Supervise, recruit, train, and motivate multifunctional teams (reception, housekeeping, catering, events)
- Select and coordinate service providers, suppliers, and partners
- Guarantee customer satisfaction, handle complaints, and implement corrective actions
- Promote the establishment and its event offers through communication and marketing actions
- Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and quality standards
- Analyse performance, prepare reports, and propose areas for improvement
Required skills
Leadership, organisation, commercial acumen
What you need to learn/master
Hotel management, event management, marketing
- Level of qualification: Master Year 2 (5 years of post-High School education)
Career opportunities & progression
The Event Hotel Director works in hotels, resorts, convention centres, luxury establishments, or hotel groups. They can progress to positions such as General Manager, Multi-site Operations Director, or Event Consultant.
