Inspired by the pioneering spirit of the West, Hotel Drover delivers true Texas hospitality. Named to honor the legendary cowboys who drove cattle to market across the plains, Hotel Drover is an Autograph Collection® property, offering a truly unique guest experience in the heart of the historic Fort Worth Stockyards.

Our goal is simple. To harness the true spirit of the Stockyards through the legacy of the drover, creating an experience that can only be achieved here in Fort Worth. Proud of where we came from, we greet visitors with a tip of the hat and a firm handshake, welcoming all to enjoy life’s simple pleasures and genuine Texas hospitality.

So, dust off your boots, grab your hat and join us at Hotel Drover.

WHO WE’RE SEEKING:

We’re seeking a unique individual who will embody the heart and soul of the Fort Worth Stockyards while caring deeply about our brand and community – someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. This person is driven to create meaningful experiences for our employees, guests, and community.

We want to work with someone who brings a spirit of fun, authenticity, collaboration, and genuine hospitality to their life and work. We are seeking an individual who will whole-heartedly take responsibility for maintaining the integrity. We are seeking an individual who will ensure the asset thrives in our community.

JOB SUMMARY:

Coordinate all aspects of conferences as assigned but not limited to: food and beverage requirements, effective meeting space usage, audio visual requirements, guest room types and rooming lists, group transportation, check-in and check-out needs, telephone and internet requirements, storage need and delivery, entertainment, etc.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage, plan, and execute assigned groups/conventions to include sales, negotiations, and conflict resolution ton Include cutoff and attrition, etc.
• Exemplify excellent customer service and create a positive atmosphere for guests.
• Promote increased average check spend by active up-selling to existing clients, and over contracted minimums.
• Review and approve secondary level event service and convention service managers, event orders, resumes and general correspondence.
• Communicate all group specifications and history to the appropriate department.
• Ensure all groups have actualized properly within 72 hours.
• Onsite overview of events for assigned groups and secondary level event service and convention service managers.
• Forecast group guestrooms accurately along with banquet revenues; manage group blocks.
• Host plan meetings, site inspections, pre-cons, as appropriate.
• Promote the proper use of function space and overall event spaces.
• Maximize group revenue by promoting all available goods, services, and attractions to convention groups.
• Plan and develop convention programs, resumes, agendas, and services according to client requirements.
• Create external communications to include contract addendums, etc