Event Executive

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The Event Executive supports the planning and delivery of meetings, conferences, weddings and other functions at The Westin Desaru Coast Resort. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in hospitality, event management or a related field, previous hotel or event experience, strong organisation and communication skills, and confidence working with guests, clients and operational departments. The successful candidate is expected to coordinate event details accurately, prepare function documents, liaise with banquet and kitchen teams, monitor set-up and service, resolve issues promptly and maintain Marriott service standards. Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays and changing shifts is important. Knowledge of hotel systems and good English communication are advantageous.

About the employer

The Westin Desaru Coast Resort is a premium beachfront resort on Malaysia’s Desaru Coast in Johor, operated under Marriott International’s Westin brand. The resort focuses on wellness, relaxation and high-quality hospitality, offering guestrooms, restaurants, recreational facilities, meeting spaces and event venues overlooking the South China Sea. It serves leisure travellers, families, corporate groups, weddings and conferences. Westin is recognised for its wellbeing-oriented guest experience, including nutritious dining, fitness facilities and programmes designed to help guests feel their best while travelling. As part of Marriott International, the resort offers employees access to an international hospitality environment, structured operating standards and potential career development across Marriott properties. Its coastal location provides a resort-style workplace, although employees should expect seasonal demand, weekend work and a strong focus on guest satisfaction and operational teamwork.