Join the esteemed team at Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook, a luxurious and serene retreat nestled in the picturesque suburb of Oak Brook, Illinois. As a renowned property, we are seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to be part of our team. With its breathtaking natural surroundings, elegant accommodations, and exceptional service, Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook offers a unique and tranquil work environment. As an employee, you will have the opportunity to deliver outstanding hospitality to our discerning guests and create unforgettable experiences. With a commitment to employee development and growth, Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook offers ample opportunities for advancement and career progression. Join our team and be part of a culture that values excellence, teamwork, and unparalleled guest service. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career at Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook!

Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for creating memorable events?

This is an exciting opportunity for a hospitality professional looking to grow into a rewarding career in hotel catering and sales. Whether you're a seasoned hotel front desk associate ready for the next step or someone just beginning your path in hospitality sales, this position offers great potential for career growth.

Join our team as a Catering Coordinator and bring your energy and enthusiasm to help us deliver exceptional experiences for our guests!

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a primary point of contact for incoming catering inquiries, ensuring each client receives prompt, professional, and friendly service that reflects the standards of Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook.
• Support the Catering Team by assisting in coordinating event logistics, preparing contracts and Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), tracking deadlines, and maintaining effective communication across departments.
• Partner with the group rooms coordinator to help manage wedding room blocks, assist with client billing, and ensure all event details are accurate and clearly communicated to internal teams.
• Attend and contribute to weekly operational meetings to ensure flawless execution of events and group bookings.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams (banquets, culinary, front office, etc.) to ensure client expectations are exceeded.
• Learn and utilize key systems Envision to support the sales and catering process.
• Gain foundational knowledge in hotel food & beverage offerings, meeting space capabilities, AV equipment, and event design to better support client needs.
• Support event execution through clear communication with clients and operational departments, from initial inquiry through post-event follow-up.
• Exhibit excellent time management, strong attention to detail, and organizational skills to manage multiple events and administrative tasks simultaneously.
• Assist and support the Catering Managers with day-to-day needs, including preparing tasting materials, coordinating menus, and help facilitate wedding tastings and walkthroughs for couples and clients.

If you have a passion for creating extraordinary events, possess excellent organizational skills, and thrive in a dynamic team environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team as a Catering Coordinator and be a part of creating unforgettable experiences for our guests.

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred
• Previous experience in event planning or catering coordination
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality experiences
• Proficiency in event management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
• 401K Match
• Hourly Rate $23

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.