Director Event Planning

Role summary

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The Director of Event Planning leads the planning and execution of meetings, weddings, conferences, and special events at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa Ka'anapali. Requirements typically include several years of hotel event-planning or catering experience, strong knowledge of banquet operations, budgeting, contracts, and event technology, plus excellent communication and organizational skills. The successful candidate is expected to manage client relationships, coordinate with culinary and operations teams, oversee event details and timelines, resolve issues professionally, and deliver consistently high guest satisfaction. Leadership ability, attention to detail, sales awareness, flexibility, and a strong understanding of luxury resort standards are essential. Experience with Marriott systems and familiarity with Maui events are advantageous.

About the employer

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa Ka'anapali is a beachfront luxury resort located on Maui's famous Ka'anapali Beach. It operates under the Westin Hotels & Resorts brand, part of Marriott International, one of the world's largest hospitality companies. Westin focuses on wellness, restorative travel, thoughtful service, and comfortable guest experiences, with features commonly including resort accommodations, restaurants, pools, spa facilities, meeting spaces, and recreation programs. The resort serves leisure travelers, groups, weddings, and corporate events, creating a fast-paced environment that combines high service standards with the natural character of Hawaii. Employees typically work with guests and colleagues from many backgrounds and are expected to demonstrate professionalism, cultural respect, teamwork, and genuine hospitality. Marriott may provide benefits such as employee travel discounts, health coverage, retirement programs, and career development, subject to eligibility and local employment terms.