Event Specialist 24 Carrots Catering & Events - 3.5 Costa Mesa, CA Job Details 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance 401(k) Qualifications Food Handler Certification Full Job Description 24 Carrots Catering & Events | Southern California At 24 Carrots, we believe hospitality is more than service - it's creating unforgettable experiences that feel personal, seamless, and genuinely meaningful. We are looking for a hospitality-driven Event Specialist who can take a client's vision and turn it into an exceptional reality while upholding the elevated standards and service excellence our brand is known for. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment, loves building relationships, has an eye for detail, and finds excitement in bringing high-end events to life from concept through execution. Based in Southern California, the Event Specialist plays a key role in planning and producing luxury weddings, corporate events, social celebrations, and experiential gatherings while partnering closely with clients, vendors, culinary, service, and operations teams to ensure flawless execution. What You'll Do Lead the planning and production process for catered events from post-contract handoff through event completion Build strong client relationships while delivering a highly personalized and hospitable experience Translate client vision into thoughtful event details, layouts, timelines, and execution plans Coordinate vendors, tastings, BEOs, event logistics, and production details with accuracy and care Oversee onsite event execution and serve as a key point of contact for clients and vendors Collaborate cross-functionally with culinary, service, operations, and sales teams to ensure seamless experiences Support revenue growth and client retention through exceptional hospitality and attention to detail Uphold and represent the 24

Carrots Core Values:

Trustworthiness, Collaboration, Service Excellence, Dedication What We're Looking For A genuine heart for hospitality and passion for creating memorable guest experiences Someone who can balance creativity with operational excellence and company standards Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while managing multiple priorities Experience in catering, hospitality, event production, luxury service, or client management Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and event-based schedules A proactive team player who enjoys collaboration and creating exceptional experiences together Preferred Experience 2+ years of experience in catering, hospitality, event coordination, sales, or related fields Experience with CRM systems, event management platforms, and Microsoft/Google applications Knowledge of luxury hospitality and event production environments preferred California Food Handler Card required Why 24 Carrots? At 24 Carrots, we don't just produce events - we create experiences that people remember for a lifetime. As an employee-owned company, every team member contributes to our culture, standards, and success. We are passionate about hospitality, collaboration, creativity, and continuous growth, and we're looking for team members who share that same passion. If you are energized by bringing dream events to life, creating meaningful client relationships, and delivering "Simply the Finest" experiences, we'd love to hear from you. Compensation | Base + Commissions $70,304 - $73,000

Benefits & Perks:

We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company! Join our team and enjoy the benefits of a team that is invested in each other, where we measure success not only through the growth of our business, but the cultivation and growth of our people. Other benefits also include group health benefits, competitive pay, paid vacation and sick time, holiday pay, 401k retirement plan. Ready to Join Us? If you are ready to take your career to the next level and join a team of creative, energetic, passionate and dedicated people, apply today! Licenses & Certifications Required Food Handler Card Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.