Major Food Group - New York hiring Event Manager in New York, NY

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Full Time • Salary ($60k)
Expired: Jan 15, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

4 years


Job Details

Major Food Group is seeking a passionate and motivated Events Manager to join our team!

Major Food Group (the powerhouse restaurant group behind Carbone, THE GRILL, Sadelle’s and more) is looking to continue building on their multi-dimensional, immersive concepts that transports their guests to new memorable experiences. We want to “disrupt” traditional hospitality models by taking care of our employees, guests, and our community.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Respond to incoming inquiries for private events and group dining at Major Food Group’s properties.
  • Responsible for maintenance and development of the corporate and social events markets.
  • Work on the Major Food Events management team to maximize event revenue and streamline logistics for a seamless guest experience.
  • Liaise with clients throughout the booking and planning process by negotiating pricing and estimates, generating contracts, securing payment details, etc.
  • Follow department and company procedures to ensure confirmed events are communicated to appropriate internal & external teams.
  • Work with clients for confirmed events on their customized menu options, beverage details, floor plans, room set up notes, run of show and all specifics pertaining to their event.
  • Maintain and constantly update event information in our catering software program to generate accurate BEO's.
  • Participate in weekly meetings with chefs and managers to communicate all catering details for events.
  •  Communicate in an organized and timely manner all of the logistics and specifics of the party to on-site management and provide on-site support for events where necessary to ensure proper execution of all event details.
  • Problem solve, and creatively drive sales goals.
  • Generate new business leads through proactive outreach to new and existing clients.
  • Provide assistance with special projects as assigned adhering to deadlines.
  • Act as an ambassador to Major Food Group Culture.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must have a strong desire to “Be the Best.”
  • Must have a successful sales track record in direct sales and an ability to develop targeted prospect databases.
  •  Bachelor’s degree required.
  • 3-6 years of event sales, event coordination, department administrative assistance and/or client services.
  • Background in the high end hospitality sector is preferred.
  • An enthusiastic, team oriented & positive attitude are essential.
  • Must have a strong work ethic and excellent written and oral communication skills to be able to interact with high profile and high net worth clients.
  •  Needs to be able to multitask, work well under pressure, and succeed in a face paced environment.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe InDesign, Tripleseat and AllSeated is preferred but not required.

BENEFITS:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with Company subsidy
  • Growth Opportunities
  • Progressive Paid Time Off
  • Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Generous Dining Allowance
  • Unlimited Referral Program
  • TransitChek Discount

Compensation: $63000 base salary plus commission

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Major Food Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Major Food Group is an equal opportunity employer.


Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($60,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Event Management

Sales

Client Services

Negotiation

Communication

Problem Solving

Sales goals

Proactive Outreach

High End Hospitality Sector

Multitasking

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Written and Oral Communication

Adobe in Design Proficiency

Tripleseat and All Seated Proficiency

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Part of Major Food Group

Major Food Group (MFG) is a New York based restaurant and hospitality company founded by Mario Carbone, Rich Torrisi, and Jeff Zalaznick. The founders all exhibit a wealth of knowledge in the food, hospitality, and business sectors.

Major Food Group is committed to creating restaurants that are inspired by New York and its rich culinary history.

We aim to bring each location we operate to life in a way that is respectful of the past, exciting for the present and sustainable for the future. We do this through the concepts that we create, the food that we cook and the experience that we provide for our customers.

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