Events Manager

$60,000 - $75,000/Yr

Buckhead International Ltd - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Atlanta, GA

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

The Events Manager will be responsible for coordinating and managing events in a restaurant or hotel setting. This role requires a proactive approach to responding to leads, executing contracts, and ensuring a seamless experience for guests from the initial inquiry through to post-event follow-up. The Events Manager will also be involved in menu creation, team communication, and maintaining event documentation.

Responsibilities

• Respond to leads within 24 hours of receiving them.
• Understand and execute contracts and BEOs through the Tripleseat system.
• Guide guests through the event planning process from start to finish.
• Follow up with guests after their events to seek feedback.
• Create and distribute BEOs to culinary and FOH teams.
• Host weekly BEO meetings to review upcoming events.
• Be present for booked events and maintain open communication with guests.
• Assist in stewarding/china requisitions for special event needs.
• Compile and update a weekly booking spreadsheet for ownership.
• Work with and create custom menus for events.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of event sales/management experience in a restaurant or hotel.
• 5 years of customer service experience.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Ability to relocate to Atlanta, GA 30305 before starting work.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with social media marketing.