Private Events Coordinator

Are you a creative and organized individual with a passion for selling and planning unforgettable events?  Can you make the difference and build your career in hospitality?  

We're looking for an experienced Events Planner to coordinate a variety of exciting gatherings, from business and intimate dinners to large celebrations.  We currently have over 300 events per year right now with 75% being corporate and 25% private individuals.  The position was helmed by one person for over 16 years who has recently left the company.  This demonstrates the potentially long term, outstanding opportunity this position offers.  

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with clients to understand their vision and requirements

Generate New Leads and maintain exisitng ones

Plan and execute events ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish.  This includes writing banquet event orders, consulting with Chef de Cuisine and ownership.  

Manage budgets, timelines, and client relationships 

Overseee on site logistics and staff coordination including on site supervision.  

Develop promotional materials and marketing strategies for events at the restaraunt.  This includes concierge outreach, business to business outreach, social media and internet marketing and outside networking events.  

Qualifications:

Proven experience in event planning, preferrably in the restaurant and hospitality industry.

Competant sales professional with experience in food, wine & beverage sales

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Confident, with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Creative problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends

WhyJoin Us?

Competitive Salary plus commissions, benefits and paid vacation (time to rejuvinate and recharge)

Opportunity to work in a vibrant and innovative enviromment where your input matters

Be a part of a passionate team that has been open for over 13 years and still retains it's reputation and noteworthiness in the downtown DC marketplace.  

Work week will include 5 on site days up to 10 hours per day depending on business. 

Required Licenses:

ABCA (Alcohol Beverage and Cannabis Administration) license preferred but not required
DC Food Handlers License preferred

Technology Skills Needed or the Role:
Comfortable on the computer
Excel, Word
Social Media: Tic Tok, Facebook, Google and Instagram
Reservation Platform: Open Table 
POS: Toast
Creative Platforms: Must Have Menus, CANVA, Constant Contact