Event Director

SALT is looking for a driven, organized, hospitality-minded Events Director to lead and grow our private events program. This is a high-upside role for someone who knows how to turn inquiries into booked business, build strong client relationships, and help grow a major revenue opportunity for the restaurant. This position offers a strong compensation opportunity, combining a base salary with meaningful performance-based commissions tied to private event revenue. For the right candidate, this role has the potential for substantial earnings above the base salary while helping build one of SALT's most important growth areas. The ideal candidate is sales-minded, detail-oriented, comfortable working independently, and excited by the opportunity to position SALT as one of Boulder's premier destinations for private events, buyouts, semi-private dining, and group experiences. About the Role The Events Director will be the primary point of contact for private event inquiries, buyouts, semi-private events, and group dining opportunities. This person will manage the sales process from initial inquiry through proposal, follow-up, booking, planning, and event execution support. This is a hybrid role that combines remote work with on-site responsibilities. Much of the sales, outreach, proposal, and administrative work may be done remotely, while on-site presence will be needed for venue tours, tastings, open houses, important events, and coordination with the restaurant team. Key Responsibilities Respond to and manage private event, buyout, semi-private event, and group dining inquiries. Convert leads into booked business through proposals, follow-up, negotiation, and signed event agreements. Conduct outreach to potential event clients, corporate groups, community partners, past guests, and other sales leads. Help develop event pricing, packages, menus, food and beverage minimums, buyout pricing, and special event offerings. Coordinate event details with clients and internal teams, including kitchen, bar, service, and management. Maintain CRM and event management systems, including lead logs, calendars, contracts, communication records, and event details. Host or assist with venue tours, tastings, open house events, and promotional activities. Attend key events, VIP events, major buyouts, or other important functions as needed. Support large-party reservations and group dining opportunities as part of the overall events program. [Events Dir...Agreement | Word] Compensation This position includes a competitive compensation structure made up of a base salary plus strong performance-based commissions. The commission plan is designed to reward the Events Director for successfully booking, managing, and growing SALT's private events business. Commission opportunities are tied to qualifying private event revenue, with additional earning potential for certain off-peak events. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is motivated by growth, sales performance, and building long-term client relationships.

Benefits Benefits currently include:

Health insurance reimbursement benefit. Paid sick leave. Participation in applicable Colorado FAMLI benefits

Shedule and Work Location:

This is a full-time hybrid role based in Boulder, Colorado. The schedule will vary based on client needs, event timing, and restaurant operations. Occasional evenings and weekends will be required. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will have: Experience in event sales, hospitality, catering, restaurant management, private dining, or a related field. Strong sales instincts and follow-up skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to build relationships with corporate clients, community partners, and guests. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Comfort managing CRM systems, calendars, contracts, and event documentation. Ability to work independently while staying closely connected to the restaurant team. A hospitality-first mindset and commitment to excellent guest experiences. Flexibility to support occasional evening and weekend events. Equal Opportunity Employer SALT is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. SALT prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. [Events Dir...Agreement | Word] How to Apply Please apply through Indeed with your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience in event sales, hospitality, private dining, catering, or client relationship management.

Pay:

From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Boulder, CO 80302