Director of Special Events

 

Position Title: Director of Special Events 

Pay 13 

Reports To: Regional District Manager

Salary: $90,000 - $105,000

Other Forms of Compensation:  

 

Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards- Best Places to Work, This is R/A !

Job Summary

As the Director of Special Events for a premier corporate client, you'll serve as the main point of contact for  for special events. In this role, you'll work directly with our clients planning outstanding on-premise events. Work schedule is Monday through Friday and hours will vary depending on event schedule (primarily daytime hours). The position entails a need for excellent attention to detail and communication skills and the ability to multi-task on a variety of projects simultaneously.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Develops and implements service standards for small and large special events across different sites in NYC
Plans menus, layout, decor, and booking entertainment (when appropriate) for catered events.
Works closely with event planners to ensure client expectations re met
Provides recommendation /guidance based on experience and trends in the industry to enhance each event 
Manages the event budget from the initial stage and provides after event summary and cost
Collaborates and supports Director of Catering Services and Executive Chef in planning events
Identifies client/guest needs and interacts in a positive, proactive manner
Oversees the maintenance of adequate equipment, product, and decoration inventories.
Maintains accurate tracking and billing systems for catered events
Disseminates information to all concerned department heads and staff members through preparation and distribution of detailed function sheets at regularly scheduled intervals
Oversees sanitation and orderliness of all equipment, supplies and utensils within work area
Other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of food and industry trends
Minimum of 3 years of experience in managing catering events in a high volume, luxury F&B environment
ServSafe certification, recommended
Superior communication and problem-solving/strategizing skills
Excellent computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

 

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