EVENT PLANNER Job at Compass Group, Washington DC

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  • Compass Group
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Salary: $65000 - $75000 / year

What makes FLIK click


What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

 

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

 

 

Job Summary

The Group Event Planner serves as a key strategic and operational leader responsible for managing, coordinating, and executing all aspects of conferences, meetings, and special events held at Kellogg Conference Hotel. This highly visible role requires a guest-centric professional with strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills who ensures every detail of each event exceeds client expectations while maximizing hotel revenue.

 

The Event Planner maintains full ownership of the client relationship from turnover through execution and follow-up, working across hotel departments to ensure seamless service and a five-star guest experience. With a focus on creativity, upselling, and efficient planning, the Event Planner plays a critical role in driving financial performance, guest satisfaction, and repeat business.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Organize and manage all logistical aspects of events including menus, room setups, AV, décor, entertainment, and staffing needs.
  • Develop and execute client proposals, BEOs, group resumes, and rooming lists in accordance with hotel SOPs and timelines.
  • Conduct site tours, pre-conference meetings, and room checks to ensure readiness and quality.
  • Serve as the onsite contact during events to ensure flawless execution and address any real-time needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Event Planning, or a related field required.
  • CMP, CPCE, or CWP designation preferred
  • Minimum 3–5 years of hotel or conference center event planning experience.
  • Proven experience managing high-volume, multi-day, multi-room programs
  • Self-starter with strong initiative and ownership mindset.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams toward successful event execution.
  • Natural relationship-builder and skilled client advocate.
  • Calm under pressure and solution-oriented.

Core Competencies:

    • Strategic planning and detailed execution
    • Revenue management and upselling
    • Client satisfaction and guest service excellence
    • Collaboration and clear communication
    • Time management and multi-tasking
    • Proficiency in Delphi, Opera, Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite, diagramming tools

Apply to Flik today!

Flik is a member of Compass Group USA

 

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. 

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Flik Hospitality are offered many fantastic benefits.

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/ AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.  For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1448157

Flik Hospitality Group  

JEANNE M LANE  

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Job Tags

Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Flexible hours,

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