Event Manager

PT Opco - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Los Angeles, CA

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

As the Event Manager for Pink Taco Los Angeles, you will play a pivotal role in establishing the venue as a premier destination for events, both for clients and customers. This position requires a dynamic individual who is passionate about hospitality and service, and who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of event planning and execution, ensuring that every event reflects the vibrant spirit of Pink Taco and meets the high expectations of our clients. Your role will involve collaborating with various departments to coordinate resources, manage budgets, and deliver exceptional service. You will also be tasked with networking to build relationships and generate leads, conducting site tours for potential clients, and serving as the primary point of contact for all event-related inquiries. In this full-time position, you will be expected to develop production schedules, monitor deliverables, and track expenses for contracted events. Your ability to communicate effectively and maintain strong client relationships will be crucial to your success. You will also be responsible for maintaining a preferred vendor list and ensuring that all necessary documentation is in place. The ideal candidate will possess a strong entrepreneurial spirit, excellent time management skills, and a genuine passion for creating memorable experiences for clients and guests alike. Pink Taco is committed to fostering a fun, fair, and hardworking environment, and we are looking for someone who shares our values and dedication to excellence in service.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for selling all event functions, including meeting with clients to determine needs and exceed their expectations through detailed communication.
• Networking inside and outside Los Angeles to obtain leads and build relationships with new and existing clients.
• Conduct site tours for prospective and booked event clients, their agencies, and contractors.
• Monitor schedules and deliverables, and track expenses and reimbursements for contracted events.
• Serve as the key point-of-contact for service to clients and their agencies.
• Collaborate and contribute in developing solutions for client challenges.
• Develop production schedules and manage internal and external resources in support of client events.
• Develop and maintain a preferred vendors list including points of contact and valid insurance documentation.
• Coordinate and manage the entitlements and expectations of Pink Taco and client event sponsors.

Requirements

• Proven event management experience.
• Strong contacts within the events and meetings industry.
• Excellent track record of developing strong client relationships.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Effective teamwork skills.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, and electronic).
• Genuinely friendly interpersonal skills.
• Entrepreneurial mentality - Must be a self-starter and possess excellent time management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay + Commission
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off