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Event Manager

The Jung Hotel & Residences

1500 Canal St.
New Orleans, LA 70112

Hotel de 207 Chambres
Géré par The J Collection by Waterford Hotel Group

Hotel discounts, same day pay, holiday pay, advancement opportunities!

Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.
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Come Join the Waterford Hotel Group Team!!

At Waterford Hotel Group we pride ourselves on cultivating a workplace that feels like home and brings out the best in you, each and every day. We celebrate your successes, your strengths will be appreciated, and a place where each of us can truly be ourselves. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, a tight-knit and supportive work environment, plus numerous opportunities for professional development and advancement. Come for a JOB, stay for a CAREER.

Event Manager

The Event Manager reports directly to the Director of Sales and is responsible for working with all clients to provide professional client services support in the planning, organization, and management of events within the facility, monitoring the logistics of these events and all event related tasks after events are concluded. To detail all retreats, weddings, social and corporate events.

Responsibilities include:

  • Plan events from start to finish according to requirements, target audience and objectives.
  • Come up with suggestions to enhance the event’s success.
  • Source and negotiate with vendors and suppliers.
  • Coordinate all operations.
  • Lead promotional activities for the event.
  • Serve as facility contact day of event.
  • Approve all aspects before the day of the event.
  • Ensure event is completed smoothly and step up to resolve any problems that might occur.
  • Analyze the event’s success and prepare reports.

Requirements

  • This position demands a flexible schedule and is event driven; this individual must be available days, nights, holidays, weekends based on the needs of the client and Hutton Brickyards.
  • Have strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products- Excel, Outlook.
  • Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Must be guest service focused and be self-motivated.
  • Must be able to pass a background check
  • 1-2 years of event experience preferred.

Benefits

WATERFORD HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Health Insurance is available on the first of the month after hire!

We value the health and wellness of you and your family. Full time associates can enroll in medical, dental and vision coverage and part-time associates averaging 17.5 hours a week can enroll in dental and vision coverageEveryone’s needs are different and there is something for everyone with numerous supplemental insurances to choose from.

We know that life gets in the way, and YOU deserve to recharge.

Full-time associates receive paid time off within the first 90 days of employment.  We also offer paid holidays for eligible associates.  If you stick with us for five years or more, enjoy paid days off for your Birthday and Employment Anniversary date! 

EXCITING EXTRAS 

On Demand PayWhy wait for pay day – get your pay when you need it24/7.

Pet InsuranceWe cover the whole family, and all associates are eligible for discounted pet insurance.

401k PlanNobody wants to work forever, start planning for your future now.

Hotel DiscountsIt’s one of the biggest industry perks.

Shoes for CrewsAll associates are eligible for a shoe subsidy through Shoes for Crews.

EOE M/F/D/V

Publié Le 13 Janvier 2026

The Jung Hotel & Residences

EXPERIENCE NEW ORLEANS IN STYLE The Jung Hotel & Residences is a modern retreat in the heart of Downtown New Orleans. Located on historic Canal Street, our hotel offers easy access to top attractions via the Canal Streetcar, which stops right outside our doors. After a day of exploring, unwind in our luxury rooms, suites, or apartments. Enjoy world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment just a short walk or streetcar ride away. Whether you're here for business, a Saints game at Caesars Superdome, or a romantic wedding, the Jung Hotel & Residences blends contemporary style with classic New Orleans hospitality.

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