Event Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title :  Event Manager

Pay 12

Salary :  $75,000 - $80,000

Other Forms of Compensation :

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations!  Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards -  Best Places to Work,  This is R / A !

Job Summary

As an Events Manager for a premier corporate client, you'll serve as the main point of contact for special events. In this role, you'll work directly with our clients planning outstanding on and off-premise events. Work schedule is Monday through Friday and hours will vary depending on event schedule (primarily daytime hours). The position entails a need for excellent attention to detail and communication skills and the ability to multi-task on a variety of projects simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develops and implements service standards for small and large special events
• Plans menus, layout, decor, and booking entertainment (when appropriate) for catered events.
• Works closely with event planners to ensure client expectations are met
• Provides recommendation / guidance based on experience and trends in the industry to enhance each event
• Manages the event budget from the initial stage and provides after event summary and cost
• Collaborates and supports Director of Catering Services and Executive Chef in planning events
• Identifies client / guest needs and interacts in a positive, proactive manner
• Oversees the maintenance of adequate equipment, product, and decoration inventories
• Maintains accurate tracking and billing systems for catered events
• Disseminates information to all concerned department heads and staff members through preparation and distribution of detailed function sheets at regularly scheduled intervals
• Oversees sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils within work area
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID :    1445019

Restaurant Associates

Leah Curry

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