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We are looking for a part-time day-of onsite Event Manager to join our team. You must be able to hustle and have a great attitude! We are a full-service catering company specializing in weddings and events. You get to see beautiful places and make people's dreams come true! You should be able to take direction and follow a timeline, be clean-cut, and be a team player. Ultimately, you'll deliver an excellent event experience for our guests! We prefer at least two years of management in catering/service experience. Please send along a resume or a bio that includes your relevant experience. We look forward to working with you! Responsibilities Serve as the primary day-of point of contact for clients/vendors on event day, ensuring exceptional service and seamless communication. Manage event timelines, floor plans, vendor coordination, and client expectations to ensure successful execution. Be comfortable in all banquet service style including Buffet, Family Style, Station Style and Plated Dinners. Lead and direct event staff (3-20 servers) during setup, service, and breakdown while maintaining company standards. Collaborate with culinary, operations, sales, and venue teams to ensure all event details are accurately communicated and executed. Proactively identify and resolve issues before and during events while maintaining professionalism under pressure. Conduct pre-event meetings with internal teams to review event specifications, special requests, and operational needs. Monitor event quality, guest satisfaction, and service standards, making real-time adjustments as needed. Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and venue procedures throughout each event. Complete post-event reporting, including documenting client feedback, operational concerns, and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Requirements:

Minimum of 2 years of experience in event management, hospitality, catering, or a related customer service leadership role. Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple events simultaneously. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with clients, vendors, and team members. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on event needs. Most events are Thursday-Mondays Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and remain standing or walking for extended periods during events. Clean driving record.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Experience:

Serving:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person