Hospitality and Events Manager Lana | Solana Beach, CA Lana is looking for a polished, energetic, and highly detail-oriented Hospitality and Events Manager to join our team. This role is at the center of the guest experience and will oversee private events, front desk operations, VIP guest service, and overall hospitality execution. We are looking for someone who takes pride in the details, knows how to anticipate a guest's needs, and—most importantly—knows how to deliver. The ideal candidate is confident, organized, warm, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where exceptional service is the standard. What You'll Do Event Management We are building a private event space, The Cove by Lana, in a suite adjacent to the restaurant. This space has the expectation of hosting a variety of events (birthdays, anniversaries, wine dinners, spirt tastings, fashion shows, art releases, sports parties, coporate lunches, breakfast meetings, holiday parties, etc...) We also book special events and buy outs at Lana restaurant. The Hospitality and Events manager will oversee bookings at both venues.

• Oversee the planning and execution of private events from initial booking through completion.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for event clients and ensure every detail is executed flawlessly.
• Coordinate with the culinary, service, and management teams to ensure events run smoothly.
• Conduct event walkthroughs, manage timelines, and ensure all guest expectations are met.
• Build strong relationships with clients and create memorable experiences that encourage repeat business. Front Desk & Guest Experience
• Lead front desk operations and ensure a warm, welcoming arrival for every guest.
• Manage reservations, seating flow, special requests, and guest communications.
• Maintain a strong presence on the floor and proactively identify opportunities to elevate the guest experience.
• Handle VIP guests and special occasions with discretion and exceptional attention to detail.
• Resolve guest concerns professionally and confidently. VIP & Hospitality
• Maintain knowledge of VIP guests, regulars, special occasions, preferences, and important details.
• Create personalized experiences that make guests feel recognized and valued.
• Work closely with ownership and management to execute special requests and high-profile guest visits.
• Help establish and maintain Lana's standards of legendary hospitality. What We're Looking For
• Minimum 2 years of event management experience in hospitality, restaurants, hotels, private events, or a similar environment.
• Strong understanding of high-end hospitality and guest service.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while remaining calm and composed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong follow-through—you see things through from idea to execution.
• Confident interacting with VIP guests, clients, vendors, and team members.
• A natural ability to anticipate needs rather than simply react to them.
• Professional, polished, warm, and personable.
• Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and during special events.
• A "whatever it takes" attitude when it comes to delivering an exceptional guest experience.

The Ideal Candidate You are someone who notices the little things. You remember a guest's name, know when a table is celebrating something special, catch a detail that others might miss, and make sure the event timeline stays on track. You don't wait to be told what needs to be done. You see it, own it, and deliver it. At Lana, hospitality is more than providing great service—it is about creating experiences that people remember and want to come back to. Why Lana? Lana is a California coastal restaurant in Solana Beach built around exceptional food, genuine hospitality, and memorable experiences. We are growing our private events and hospitality program and are looking for someone who wants to play an important role in shaping that experience. If you are an experienced hospitality professional who is passionate about people, obsessed with details, and takes pride in delivering at a high level, we would love to meet you.

Job Type:

Full-time

Location:

Solana Beach, CA

Schedule:

Nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Pay:

$25.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance

Work Location:

In person