The Director of Private Events is responsible for overseeing the management and operation of the Events department. They are a hands-on leader who will regularly assign themselves on events as the lead. The Director of Private Events will have direct interaction with all departments and several clients and guests. They are service-centric; customers and associates love to work with them. The Director of Private Events demonstrates integrity, poise, and resourcefulness; focused on service quality, consistency, and profitability. They provide the leadership and management necessary to ensure that the Company delivers elevated event experiences.

The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational, planning and time management skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and is comfortable and successful in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Candidate must have at least 4-5 years of experience in events, banquets or food and beverage operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Assists the Private Events team in all aspects of the administration of the Events Department.
• Manages the banquet event function sheets to ensure all food & beverage details are correct and communicated properly with all direct departments related to the function for a smooth and efficient event.
• Greets host/clients on site at the beginning of an event to ensure client is content and adjust last minute details.
• Manages the day-to-day duties of the Events Department.
• Updates menus, information packets and floor plans.
• Makes sure private event spaces are set up properly.
• Identifies the client’s requirements and expectations for each event.
• Liaises with vendors, exhibitors, and stakeholders during the event planning process to ensure everything is in order.
• Manages all event set-up, tear down, and follow-up processes.
• Maintains good communication with all departments.
• Certifies work environment is clean and up to company standards.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and a variable schedule, per business needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.