Job Abstract

Step into the realm of opulence and sophistication at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, where luxury meets unparalleled service amidst the iconic backdrop of one of the world's most prestigious destinations. Our property stands as a beacon of refined elegance, offering guests an oasis of timeless luxury in the heart of Beverly Hills.

As the Director of Entertainment, you will be responsible curating and delivering extraordinary entertainment experiences tailored to the tastes of our discerning clientele. From exclusive VIP events to high-profile celebrity engagements, you'll harness your passion for entertainment to cultivate relationships with industry leaders and elevate our offerings to new heights of excellence.

In this pivotal role, you'll blend your expertise in sales strategy with your innate understanding of entertainment trends to drive revenue growth and exceed targets. Your creative vision will shape bespoke entertainment packages that captivate and enchant our guests, ensuring each experience is nothing short of unforgettable.

If you're ready to make your mark on the world of luxury hospitality and lead the charge in redefining entertainment sales at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, we invite you to join us on this extraordinary journey!

A Director of Entertainment for Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills is responsible for securing transient and group clients and to establish long-term relationships with these clients within the entertainment segment.

• Responds to sales inquiries, initiates new sales, prospects, and qualifies leads and solicits potential clients, conducts site visits and answers questions, determines rates, prepares proposals, negotiates contracts, services accounts and analyzes lost business for the hotel/s.
• Develops sales plans and strategies to meet or exceed established revenue and room night goals. Works with various departments to ensure requested services are provided to customers. Servicing when required.

What are we looking for?

• Minimum Years of Experience Preferred: Three (3) years Hospitality related experience in the entertainment segment
• Luxury Experience Required
• Travel Required

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
• Knowledge of the hotel property management systems (Delphi.fdc)
• Significant experience in revenue management or a similar analytical role
• Relevant degree, in business development or other relevant business field, from an academic institution

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.

· Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.

· Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.

· Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.

· Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.

· Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

· Quality

· Productivity

· Dependability

· Customer Focus

· Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits.

· Medical Insurance Coverage Options – for you and your family. Able to enroll after 90 days of employment

· Vision, dental, life and disability insurance

· Mental Health Resources

· Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO) – you can accrue up to 144 hours of PTO in your first year of employment.

· Go Hilton travel discount program: 100 nights of discounted travel per calendar year

· Participating in the 401(k) Plan and company match is the perfect way to save for the future. We match 100% of every dollar eligible TMs contribute up to 3% of pay, plus 50% of every dollar contributed on the next 2% of pay.

· Career growth and development

· Team Member Resource Groups

· Recognition and rewards programs

· Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay

· Debt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)

· Inclusive family-building and fertility benefits

· Expanded bereavement leave

· Adoption Assistance program

· Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount

· Complimentary meals in the cafeteria while on shifts

The annual salary range for this role is $150,000.00 - $160,000.00 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.