An Administrative Manager manages and directs administrative support for a company or organization or manages the business office at a smaller company. Directs clerical and administrative staff, manages supply orders and budgets, monitors company contracts or procedures, or directs equipment and office space use and maintenance.
Convention Services Manager Highgate Hotels, LP United States, Florida, St. Pete Beach Aug 20, 2026 Convention Services Manager Requisition
ID 2026-81561
Category Catering and Convention Services Job Location US-FL-St Pete Beach Property TradeWinds Island Resort Compensation Type Yearly Highgate Hotels Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company with over $15 billion of assets under management and a global portfolio of more than 400 hotels spanning North America, Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. With a 30-year track record as an innovator in the hospitality industry, this forward-thinking company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate continues to demonstrate success in developing a diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts, featuring contemporary programming and digital acumen. The company utilizes industry-leading revenue management tools that efficiently identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive outperformance and maximize asset value. With an executive team of seasoned hospitality leaders and corporate offices worldwide, Highgate is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. www.highgate.com Location Discover more sun and more fun! Escape to a tropical beachfront paradise complete with everything you need for the perfect getaway, including delicious dining, beachfront bars, relaxing comforts, and endless activities. Here you'll stay at one, play at two - with two connecting resorts right on the soft white sands of St. Pete Beach. Whether you're looking for family fun, a romantic retreat, a group getaway, or anything in between, it's all here at TradeWinds Island Resorts.
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//www.tradewindsresort.com/careers Overview Follow your passion all the way to paradise at TradeWinds Resort, a consistently rated Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace! TradeWinds features two destination resorts just 200 flip flops from one another along the gorgeous Gulf Coast on St. Pete Beach. Responsible for the management of all aspects and functions of the Convention Services Department in accordance with Hotel standards. Coordinates arrangements and details for clients' functions. Directs, implements and maintains a management philosophy that serves as a guide to Convention Services staff. Responsibilities Anticipate client and individual guest needs associated with execution of event
Resolve complaints and requests to client satisfaction.
Maintain complete knowledge of daily scheduled group functions, times, locations, amount of people and specified requirements.
Review sales and labor costs for previous day; resolve discrepancies with Accounting. Track actuals against budget.
Manage group room blocks up until contracted "cut off"
Prepare accurate deposit invoices
Review Final bill for completeness and accuracy.
Prepare and distribute, in a timely manner, accurate Banquet event orders. Qualifications Minimum (2) two years of college, degree desirable.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
At least 2 years experience in a similar position in similar operation preferred.
Experience with Delphi
Experience with Microsoft Office- particularly Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
Catering sales experience preferred
Knowledge of Superior relationship-building skills and able to effectively network.
Fluency in a foreign language preferred.
