Event Manager

2 years

Events Manager

Long-established and highly regarded restaurant in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood, is seeking an energetic, organized, and hospitality-driven Events Manager to join our team.

This is a dynamic, multi-faceted position in a busy restaurant with a thriving private events business. We are looking for a team player who is eager to learn, grow, and contribute to both our events program and overall guest experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning, coordinating, and booking private events and special occasions

• Communicating effectively with guests throughout the event planning process

• Coordinating with front-of-house and back-of-house teams to ensure successful execution of events

• Managing events onsite as needed and serving as the primary point of contact for hosts and guests

• Working closely with ownership and management to maintain Bottino's high standards of hospitality and service

• Assisting with additional front-of-house management responsibilities as experience and business needs warrant

Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong organizational and computer skills

• Outgoing, professional, and guest-focused personality

• Patient, attentive, and responsive to guests' needs

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• Previous hospitality, restaurant, catering, or events experience preferred

• Knowledge of Italian cuisine, wine, and hospitality culture is a plus

This position offers the opportunity to become an integral part of a respected restaurant with a loyal clientele, a beautiful garden setting, and a robust private events program that includes weddings, corporate events, celebrations, and cultural gatherings.

Compensation: Hourly ($28.00 - $35.00)

Event Planning

Coordination Skills

Team Collaboration

Customer Service Orientation

Problem Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Adaptability

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Creativity in Event Design

Negotiation Skills

Cultural Awareness

Stress Management

Networking skills

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