LA Food Group Inc. owns and operates several premier restaurants in the Los Angeles Area. Each brand represents a unique concept, but they all share one common goal, and that is to create an exceptional customer experience with every visit. Currently, we are looking for a creative and driven Event Sales Manager to lead event sales & management at 2 of our unique restaurants. The candidate will be responsible for the booking and complete management of all private events at both locations. The job includes a base salary 70,304plus commission on all events.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Event sales and management
- Manage inbound prospects, sell packages, execute contracts
- Plan, coordinate, and execute events such as banquets, corporate meetings, weddings, and fundraising activities
- Plan, coordinate, and execute special events for the restaurants.
- Prospecting and identifying potential events lead by creating strategic alliances with professional groups, organizations, and other related vendors
- Restaurant floor supervision
- Collaborate with clients to understand their vision and requirements for each event.
- Manage logistics including venue selection, catering, décor, audio-visual needs, and guest services
- Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to negotiate contracts and pricing
- Assist in creating marketing materials for the marketing team to promote the restaurants
- Identify digital outlets (websites and social media) to promote events
- Collaborate with management to expand and refine program offerings
- Oversee event budgets and ensure adherence to financial guidelines
- Implement upselling strategies to enhance client offerings and maximize revenue
- Lead a team of staff members during events to ensure seamless operations
- Conduct post-event evaluations to gather feedback and identify areas for improvement
- Foster relationships with strategic partners to drive event sales (i.e. hotels, wedding-related stores, funeral homes, etc.)
- Conduct site tours and client meet and greets to inspire new bookings
- Respond to all events leads in a timely manner at both locations
- Collect deposits, finalize contracts, and create menus for all events
- Be the point of contact for clients at all events
- Ordering/receiving / pickup of all essential needs for events (i.e., linen)
- Update event calendar in real time to reflect any/all changes, especially when new events are guaranteed with a deposit
- Conduct weekly event meetings with Chef and GM to coordinate BEOs
- Create a seamless experience by overseeing the set-up, breakdown, and execution of all events
- Meet quarterly/yearly sales goals as laid out by ownership
Requirements
- Event sales & marketing 2+ years – Required
- Proven experience in events management or event planning within a restaurant or hospitality setting
- Experience in restaurant management & operations – Highly preferred
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Keen eye for detail and design
- Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines effectively
- Proficient in guest services with a focus on customer satisfaction
- Ability to negotiate effectively with vendors and suppliers
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
- A proactive approach to problem-solving with attention to detail
- Ability to commute to Silver Lake Area & Montrose, CA
If you share our passion for food and entertainment and you are passionate about creating unforgettable experiences through meticulous planning and execution, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as an Event Sales Manager.
Pay: $70,304.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to commute and manage to 2 different locations?
Work Location: In person
