Casa Tua Looking for Event Manager at New York, NY Full Time

DESCRIPTION:

The events Manager is responsible for overseeing all operations of the Events Department. The ultimate goal is ensuring total guest satisfaction and implementing strategies and procedures to increase revenues and profitability and encourage repeat business.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Organize, coordinate, and flawlessly execute events and all event-related logistical details, which include but are not limited to planning menus with the chef and sommelier, planning floral arrangements with the housekeeping department, coordinating staffing needs with restaurant management, sourcing equipment rentals through outside vendors, sourcing and supervising outside contractors, and satisfying all special requests and demands.
• Work closely with the Director of Sales to actively solicit new business and respond to inquiries to confirm profitable business.
• Conducted property tours and entertained planners of corporate and social events.
• Plan and/or attend and/or participate in meetings, including but not exclusive to Weekly Banquet Event Order Meetings, Monthly Sales Meetings, Menu Tastings, and Planning Visits as fit.
• Finalize the requirements of confirmed bookings while maximizing revenue potential through upselling and ensuring effective communication, both written (BEO) and personal contact, with all departments for the success of the event. Ensure accuracy of Banquet Checks and provide bill review on completion of program or event.
• Keep the Director of Sales and Director of Operations promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters so prompt corrective action can be taken where appropriate.
• Comply with brand standards, while working harmoniously and professionally with co-workers.
• Receive and respond to all event-related inquiries and reservation requests.
• Maintain relationships with clients who have booked prior events and encourage repeat business.
• Maintain and seek out key relationships with vendors. Competitively source event rental materials.
• Responsible for Events Department purchases, with approval from the Director of Sales
• Perform other tasks or projects as assigned by management
• Maintain a visible presence in the community through involvement with Industry associations