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Deer Valley Plumbing

COMMERCIAL SERVICE PLUMBER

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$23.75 - $30.75/hr

At Deer Valley Plumbing, we hire career-minded individuals with professional commercial repair and install plumbing experience who want to work for a stable, professional company. Qualified ...

Deer Valley Plumbing

HVAC Installer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$75K - $200K/yr

Deer Valley Plumbing Contractors, Inc. Are you a skilled HVAC Installer looking to make a real impact from day one? Deer Valley Plumbing is looking for dedicated, driven technicians who are ready to ...

Grand Hyatt Deer Valley

Retail Clerk

Park City, UT · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

The Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Hotel is in the famed Deer Valley ski resort and approximately 40 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport. The Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Hotel is part of a new ...

Grand Hyatt Deer Valley

Cook - All Levels

Park City, UT · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

The Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Hotel is in the famed Deer Valley ski resort and approximately 40 minutes from the Salt Lake City International Airport. The Grand Hyatt Deer Valley Hotel is part of a new ...

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A Deer Valley job refers to employment at Deer Valley Resort, a well-known ski resort in Park City, Utah. Jobs at Deer Valley range from seasonal positions, such as ski instructors and lift operators, to year-round roles in hospitality, food service, and maintenance. Employees often enjoy perks like ski privileges, employee housing options, and discounts on resort amenities.

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To thrive as a Ski Resort Manager, you need strong leadership, hospitality management experience, and a background in business administration or related fields. Familiarity with property management systems, reservation software, and safety certifications such as avalanche or first aid training is typically required. Exceptional customer service, communication, and crisis management skills help you stand out in this role. These skills and qualifications are vital for ensuring guest satisfaction, smooth resort operations, and the safety of both guests and staff.

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Employees in guest services roles at Deer Valley often encounter the challenge of balancing high guest expectations with the fast-paced demands of a busy resort environment. Team members must remain adaptable and positive when handling guest concerns, especially during peak ski season when volume is high. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential for maintaining exceptional service standards while coordinating with other departments such as hospitality, ski operations, and maintenance. This collaborative work environment offers valuable opportunities to develop customer service expertise and advance within the resort.
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Director, Catering & Events - Year Round

Deer Valley Resort

Echo, UT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Year Round
Classic, consistent quality from a winning team!
Deer Valley Resort is nestled in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, in the historic mining town of Park City which has evolved into an exciting and diverse mountain ski town. Our staff consists of locals, transplants, seasonal workers from all 50 states and international students from around the globe. We are a diverse workforce where everyone feels welcome, appreciated, and valued. No matter if you are 14 or 84 years, there is a place for you in the Deer Valley family! (Last year over 1,100 staff members celebrated their fifth season or more at Deer Valley).
  • Ski perks (vary based on employment status) may include Deer Valley season pass, free skiing or riding at other Alterra Resorts and select local Utah resorts
  • Friends and family ski discounts, free staff ski lessons and discounted rentals (winter staff only)
  • Subsidized meals at Employee Dining Rooms offered for staff while on shift
  • Subsidized housing options available for seasonal full-time staff
  • Discounts for staff members at restaurants, shops, and service providers in Park City
  • Healthcare options are available for staff members
  • 401k plan with company match

PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Director of Catering & Events provides strategic leadership for the resort's catering, conference services, weddings, and special events business. This position is responsible for driving revenue growth, leading a high-performing sales, conference services and event team, cultivating key client relationships, and ensuring the flawless execution of group, social and public events that reflect the resort's hospitality standards.
As a member of the resort's leadership team, the Director collaborates closely with Sales & Marketing, Food & Beverage, Banquets, Culinary, Lodging, Finance, and Resort Operations to maximize group revenue, enhance the guest experience, and achieve the resort's financial and operational goals. The Director is a member of Deer Valley’s Strategic Alignment team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Sales Leadership
  • Develop and execute annual catering and conference sales strategies aligned with overall resort revenue objectives.
  • Lead all sales efforts for corporate meetings, conferences, incentive travel, weddings, social events, and destination group business.
  • Identify new market opportunities and expand relationships with corporate clients, event planners, destination management companies, and industry partners.
  • Establish pricing strategies and oversee contract negotiations to maximize profitability while maintaining the resort's position.
  • Collaborate with the Director of Group Sales to develop annual business plans, forecasts, and revenue targets.

Revenue & Financial Management
  • Own the annual catering and conference revenue budget and consistently achieve or exceed established goals.
  • Analyze market trends, booking pace, competitive positioning, and demand forecasts to optimize pricing and business mix.
  • Monitor key performance indicators, including conversion rates, average check, revenue per event, banquet profitability, and guest satisfaction metrics.
  • Partner with Finance to ensure accurate forecasting, billing, and financial reporting.
  • Recommend capital improvements and operational investments that enhance event capabilities and revenue generation.

Leadership & Talent Development
  • Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain a high-performing Catering Sales and Conference Services team, as well as the resorts Public Events Manager and Event Specialist.
  • Establish individual and team performance goals, conduct evaluations, and provide ongoing coaching and professional development.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional guest service- the Deer Valley Difference.
  • Lead regular sales meetings, event review meetings, and cross-functional planning sessions.

Client & Guest Experience
  • Build and maintain relationships with key accounts, repeat clients, industry partners, and VIP guests.
  • Participate in major client presentations, site visits, and contract negotiations.
  • Ensure every client receives personalized, proactive service from initial inquiry through post-event follow-up.

Operational Excellence
  • Oversee conference services and event execution to ensure seamless coordination across all resort departments.
  • Lead weekly banquet event order (BEO) meetings and operational planning sessions.
  • Collaborate with Food & Beverage, Culinary, Banquets, Lodging, Mountain, and Facilities teams to deliver exceptional event experiences.
  • Continuously evaluate and improve service standards, operational efficiency, and guest satisfaction.

Marketing & Business Development
  • Partner with Marketing to develop promotional campaigns targeting group, conference, and wedding markets.
  • Represent the resort at industry trade shows, networking events, and professional associations.
  • Maintain awareness of industry trends, luxury hospitality innovations, and competitive market conditions.
  • Develop strategic partnerships that expand the resort's market presence and group business opportunities.

Compliance & Administration
  • Ensure compliance with resort policies, contractual obligations, safety regulations, and brand standards.
  • Oversee the use of sales and event management systems, ensuring accurate reporting and documentation.
  • Prepare executive reports on revenue performance

QUALIFICATIONS
Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Seven to ten years of progressive experience in luxury hospitality sales, catering, conference services, or resort operations
  • Minimum of five years of leadership experience managing catering, conference sales, or group sales teams.
  • Demonstrated success achieving multimillion-dollar catering and conference revenue goals.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience developing budgets, forecasts, and pricing strategies.
  • Excellent leadership, negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
  • Experience with hotel sales and event management systems such as Delphi, Amadeus Sales & Catering, Salesforce, or similar platforms.

Preferred
  • Luxury resort, destination hotel, or ski resort experience.
  • Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP), or similar industry certification.
  • Knowledge of mountain resort operations and seasonal business cycles.

Core Competencies
  • Strategic sales leadership revenue optimization
  • Executive relationship management
  • Financial planning and analysis
  • Luxury guest experience
  • Team leadership and coaching
  • Contract negotiation
  • Event operations
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Business development
  • Change leadership
  • Decision-making under pressure

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT
  • Year Round

PAY RATE
  • Salaried - DOE

Deer Valley Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Deer Valley Resort

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Deer Valley Resort located in Park City, Utah, revolutionized the ski industry by providing the first-class service one would receive at a five-star hotel. The ski-only resort offers 21 chairlifts, 103 ski runs, six bowls, 300 annual inches of powder, 2,026 acres of alpine skiing, limited lift ticket sales, 14 restaurants, three elegant day lodges, and hundreds of Deer Valley managed luxury accommodations. Deer Valley was named the Best Ski Resort in the U.S. in Conde Nast Traveler's 2022 Reader's Choice Awards, and the United States' Best Ski Resort by the World Ski Awards for nine consecutive years (2013-2022).

Industry

Travel arrangement services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Park City, UT, US

Year founded

1981

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