<p>As the Event Manager, you will strategically plan, orchestrate, communicate, and ensure exceptional execution of on- site events, while promoting the Cooper's Hawk brand, culture, and values. You'll partner closely with the Restaurant team to provide an outstanding event experience for our Guest.</p> <p>Event Manager compensation range is $58,000-$64,000/year + 10% bonus potential.</p> <p>The final offered salary will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity.</p> <p>What You'll Get</p> <ul> <li> <p>Incredible Discounts:</p> </li><li> <p>Monthly Dining Allowance</p> </li><li> <p>50% Dining and Carryout</p> </li><li> <p>40% Retail Wine</p> </li><li> <p>20% Retail and Private Events</p> </li><li> <p>Monthly Complimentary Wine Tasting for Two</p> </li><li> <p>Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Telemedicine and Wellness Program</p> </li><li> <p>Company Matching 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan</p> </li><li> <p>Flexible Savings Accounts- Health and Dependent Care</p> </li><li> <p>Health Savings Account</p> </li><li> <p>Long-Term Disability; Voluntary Short-Term Disability</p> </li><li> <p>Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (with option to purchase additional coverage)</p> </li><li> <p>Paid Parental Leave</p> </li><li> <p>Highly Competitive Pay plus Team Member Incentives & Rewards</p> </li><li> <p>Paid Time Off</p> </li><li> <p>Access to Team Member Relief Program</p> </li><li> <p>Employee Assistance Program, providing mental health, legal and financial counseling.</p> </li><li> <p>"Everyday Benefits" Program to include insurance coverage (pet, life, auto, home/property) and employee discounts on goods and services</p> </li><li> <p>Employee Referral Bonus Program</p> </li><li> <p>Milestones Recognition Program</p> </li><li> <p>GMs and EKMs participate in a Team Member Development program to earn a $20,000 cash incentive</p> </li><li> <p>Annual Destination Conference for General Managers and Executive Kitchen Managers</p> </li><li> <p>Career Development Opportunities</p> </li></ul> <p>What You'll Do</p> <ul> <li>Manage and respond to private event inquiries daily, ensuring all inquiries are responded to same-day </li><li>Ensure food and beverage minimums are met </li><li>Work as a Subject Matter Expert with Tripleseat and Eventbrite System to ensure events are appropriately booked </li><li>This includes using the calendar for these systems, 100% accuracy in BEO, keeping contracts, menu design, room design, and payments </li><li>Follow up with all guests the next day after their events to ensure 100% guest satisfaction </li><li>Conduct confirmation calls to guests, make recommendations, and ensure menus and guest counts are finalized in a timely manner </li><li>Create and print menus for events daily; Create and print event signage as needed </li><li>Retrieve custom event décor, amenities, or services to ensure they are correct; oversee correct setup for events </li><li>Facilitate and execute monthly Wine Club Events </li><li>Track event finances, including the reconciliation of banquet deposits and final payments </li><li>Keep inventory of banquet materials and supplies </li><li>Maintains a professional image by adhering to guidelines listed in the Team Member Handbook </li><li>Complete other duties, as assigned </li></ul> <p>What You'll Need</p> <ul> <li>Must represent Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants values </li><li>One year of experience in restaurant venue event or sales role booking, planning and executing private events </li><li>Preferred certifications include ServSafe and state/local licensing requirements </li><li>College degree, preferred </li><li>Experience working in a full-service restaurant, banquet or event operations </li><li>Team-focused; Ability to collaborate across functional teams </li><li>Ability to see big picture combined with willingness to be hands-on </li><li>Commitment to high guest service standards </li><li>Possess outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail </li><li>Excellent, professional interpersonal skills, both in person and by phone </li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills; Ability to read, understand and communicate in English </li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills </li><li>Self-starter, strong work ethic, adaptable and open to new ideas </li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; and comfortable learning new systems </li><li>Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. </li><li>Must be able to stand for at least 10 hours per shift </li></ul> <p>Cooper's Hawk reviews several factors when establishing compensation. Salaries and hourly wages appearing in a job posting may be published by third parties and may not reflect the salaries or hourly wages offered by Cooper's Hawk.</p> <p>Cooper's Hawk is an equal opportunity employer.? All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to the person's race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Cooper's Hawk makes reasonable accommodations during all aspects of the employment process, including during the interview process.</p> <p>The information provided above indicates the general nature and level of work required of the position and is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities or qualifications. The Benefits list is only a highlight of some of the benefits offered to team members; eligibility for certain benefits apply.</p> <p>About Us</p> <p>Cooper's Hawk features a Napa-style tasting room with wine-inspired retail for entertaining and a full-service restaurant, bar and private event space, offering a modern-yet-casual dining experience. Each scratch-kitchen menu item is designed to pair with our wines. Speaking of wine...the Cooper's Hawk Wine Club is perhaps the largest in the world, offering not only top-notch award-winning wines but also exclusive Wine Club membership benefits, including curated dining and travel experiences. Since 2005, we've brought the Napa Valley experience to our guests and Wine Club members, and now, with Piccolo Buco by Cooper's Hawk, we're bringing the vibrant flavors of Rome to them as well. Together, we're creating a lifestyle brand like no other.</p>