Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and entrepreneurial Events Director to lead and grow the private events program for a new fine dining Italian restaurant concept. This senior leadership role is responsible for overseeing the vision, sales performance, operational excellence, and long-term growth of all events in the restaurant.

As the Director of Events , you will be responsible for managing all aspects of event operations, from initial client contact to event execution. This includes driving sales by building strong client relationships, maintaining a high standard of service, and ensuring events are flawlessly executed. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and experienced in high-end hospitality or fine dining event management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Development:
• Proactively reach out to luxury brands, corporate partners, and high-profile clients to promote the restaurant as a premier event venue.
• Build long-term relationships with clients and past event hosts to drive repeat business.
• Identify market trends and provide strategic recommendations to enhance event offerings.
• Event Planning & Coordination:
• Oversee the planning and execution of all events, ensuring they align with the restaurant brand standards.
• Collaborate closely with the Director of Operations, Executive Chef, kitchen, and front-of-house teams to coordinate event logistics.
• Manage Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), ensuring all event details are clearly communicated and executed flawlessly.
• Host client walkthroughs, tastings, and pre-event meetings to finalize event plans.
• On-Site Event Management:
• Act as the primary point of contact during events, ensuring an exceptional guest experience and addressing any issues promptly.
• Lead post-event debriefs, collect client feedback, and manage continuous improvement initiatives.
• Administrative Duties:
• Manage event contracts, timelines, budgets, and post-event financial reconciliations.
• Oversee the event calendar and ensure optimal use of the venue for revenue-generating activities.
• Respond to event inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with marketing initiatives, including event promotion and maintaining a social media presence.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience:
• 5+ years of experience in event management, sales, or hospitality, preferably in a luxury or fine dining environment.
• Proven track record of driving event sales and executing high-end events.
• Skills:
• Strong organizational and project management skills with an exceptional eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with high-profile clients.
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and event management platforms.
• Experience with Toast, SevenRooms, and TripleSeat is highly preferred.
• Personal Attributes:
• Passion for hospitality and delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by the event schedule.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to shape and grow a dynamic, design-forward events program
• Leadership role with meaningful ownership and creative input
• Collaborative and hospitality-driven culture
• Competitive salary + performance incentives
• Benefits package

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