Boka Restaurant Group and Executive Chef Chris Pandel are looking for an Events Sales Manager to join the team of Swift & Sons Steakhouse, located in Chicago’s famed Fulton Market District!  

Compensation: ***40K Base + Commission - Projected Commision is 32-35K***


Position Overview: The Event Sales Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing and executing all private dining and event operations at Swift & Sons Steakhouse. This person will manage an Event Sales Coordinator and serve as the primary liaison between clients, the kitchen team, and front-of-house staff to ensure seamless event experiences. The role requires a motivated, service-oriented professional with a passion for hospitality, exceptional organizational skills, and a knack for exceeding sales goals.

Benefits & Perks: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, free membership to Chicago Athletic Clubs, 401(k) program, life insurance, wellness benefits, paid parental leave, paid vacation, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!    

About Boka Restaurant Group: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of American’s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here: https://www.bokagrp.com/ 
 
About Swift & Sons Steakhouse: At Swift & Sons, guests feel the pull of tradition but also the electricity of invention. The steak is a priority, but equally as vital are the accompanying dishes and beverages that complement Chef Chris Pandel’s meat-forward menu. Swift & Sons’ extensive bar program, featuring seasonal cocktails and rare spirits, married with a novel dessert menu, pays homage to the past while forging the next generation of what it means to enjoy a steak dinner. 

Key Responsibilities:  

• Actively market and sell private event spaces to achieve and exceed monthly and annual sales targets.
• Manage client inquiries, conduct site visits, create proposals and BEOs, and negotiate contracts, ensuring that each event is personalized to meet the client’s vision and expectations.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, offering high-touch service throughout the planning and event execution stages.
• Collaborate with the kitchen, front-of-house staff, and Event Sales Coordinator to ensure every detail is executed to the highest standard.
• Serve as the point of contact between clients and the kitchen and front-of-house teams, communicating specific event needs and expectations clearly and effectively.
• Oversee events, ensuring smooth operations and a memorable guest experience.
• Manage and mentor the Event Sales Coordinator, guiding them in day-to-day responsibilities, client interactions, and logistical planning.
• Oversee all aspects of event planning, from initial client interaction through post-event follow-up.
• Ensure all event details align with Swift & Sons’ high standards, coordinating timelines, menus, and setup to meet client expectations and brand guidelines.
• Track sales, analyzing performance and reporting on key metrics to identify growth opportunities.
• Proactively seek new business opportunities and generate sales leads

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in event sales, hospitality sales, or a similar role, preferably within upscale restaurants or event venues.
• Proven success in meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed for on-site event management.
• Knowledge of the event platform, Tripleseat, and/or OpenTable is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in an office setting
• Experience in hospitality preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite

This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to providing great service and is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team!

Physical Requirements:  

• Lift and move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds  
• Safely and effectively use all necessary tools, equipment, and cleaning chemicals  
• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant which may include stairs, uneven, and/or slick surfaces  
• Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environment 

If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you!