Private Events Manager

Required Years of Experience

3 years

Job Details

About Gage Hospitality Group

Established by Billy Lawless in 2007, Gage Hospitality Group (GHG) was founded with the mission of providing a rustic, yet refined dining experience served with genuine hospitality. Each of the four restaurants in the collection offer an individual personality with a chef-driven menu, curated beverage program, and superior guest service. Since inception, the venues, chefs, and food and beverage menus have continually received critical acclaim and recognition for their commitment to creativity, quality, and service excellence for regular dining and Private Events.

The Opportunity:

Were adding to our stellar Private Events and Group Dining team! As Private Events and Group Dining Manager, you will be responsible for securing new clients, responding to group dining and event inquiries, bringing leads to contract and working with the entire events team to ensure a successful event and a delighted customer. This role requires excellent communication skills, food and beverage experience, a passion for hospitality and customer service, and the ability to work well in a team.

As Private Events and Group Dining Manager you will:

• Join a talented Sales, Marketing, FOH and BOH team with a successful track-record in implementing thousands of events with a high degree of repeat business
• Identify and strategically cultivate new prospects and create strong client relationships
• Review and respond promptly to all phone and email inquiries with tailored information
• Independently sell, book and contract Private Event and Group Dining business
• Conduct site visits for prospective and contracted clients
• Generate BEOs and coordinate with FOH and BOH teams to ensure seamless execution
• Consistently communicate with client to determine guest needs and program requirements
• Provide important input to the Marketing teams Private Events strategy and communications initiatives

What Makes You Great:

• A minimum of 3+ years of prior experience in event planning, coordination or management with hospitality background preferred. Wedding planning experience a plus.
• An ability to work in a team, effectively prioritize and enjoy a fast-paced environment.
• An energetic, outgoing personality with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in event management software (e.g., Triple Seat, etc.); experience using Adobe InDesign ideal.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to occasionally be present for some portion of selected events including some evenings and weekends.

What Makes Us Great:

• Salary plus commission ($100k-$120k)
• 401(k) Plan with company contribution
• 50% paid BC/BS Medical Insurance; 100% paid Dental and Vision Insurance (employee-only coverage)
• 3 weeks vacation
• Family meals, dining discounts at Group restaurants, commuter benefits, etc.

Gage Hospitality Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Gage Hospitality Group will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary/Hourly ($100,000.00 - $120,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Client Relationship Management

Sales Skills

Event Planning

Coordination Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving Skills

Creativity in Event Execution

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Adaptability to Fast Paced Environments

Team Collaboration

Customer Service Orientation

Negotiation Skills

Attention to Guest Needs

Strategic Thinking

Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks

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