Top 29 Event manager Jobs in Hamden, Ct

Restaurant Operations & Event Sales Manager
Paradise Restaurant and Banquet Hall —Ansonia, CT
- $40,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- ServSafe
- Employee discount
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Conferences & Events Manager
Quinnipiac University —Hamden, CT
- Extended hours
- 5 years
- Business development
- University
12d
Woolsey Hall Production Manager
Yale University —New Haven, CT
- $68,000 - $120,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
Events Coordinator- Second Shift
University of Bridgeport —Bridgeport, CT
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
2d
Sales Manager – Weddings & Special Events
Inn at Middletown —Middletown, CT
- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Office
- Hotel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Associate Director Development, Campaign Events
Quinnipiac University —Hamden, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Databases
- University
RN Hospice Case Manager - Meriden -$10,000 Sign On Bonus - Virtual Hring Event
Trinity Health At Home Of New England —Meriden, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Nursing
- Medication administration
- RN License
- 403(b) matching
- Mileage reimbursement
RN Hospice Case Manager - $10,000 Sign-on Bonus Waterbury - Virtual Hring Event
Trinity Health At Home Of New England —Waterbury, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Nursing
- Medication administration
- RN License
- 403(b) matching
- Mileage reimbursement
Associate Director, Dolan Communications & Events
Fairfield University —Fairfield, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Customer service
- 5 years
1d
Marketing and Events Coordinator
Alliance Highway Safety —Meriden, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Inventory management
- Research
Lead Events Coordinator
Advanced Window Systems LLC —Cromwell, CT
- $50,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Opportunities for advancement
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14d
Events and Communications Manager
Applied Behavioral Rehabilitation Institute Inc —Bridgeport, CT
- $60,000 - $63,000 a year
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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2d
Training and Event Coordinator
V2X —Farmington, CT
- $26 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
Private Events Coordinator - Elicit Brewing Co.
EBC Fairfield Inc —Fairfield, CT
- Customer service
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Entry level
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Events Coordinator (HOURLY+TIPS)
TWO ROADS BREWING COMPANY LLC —Stratford, CT
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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14d
Programming Assistant - Shubert Theatre, New Haven, CT
CAPA —New Haven, CT
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to climb stairs
13d
Day of Wedding Planner Assistant
The Hops Company —Derby, CT
- $21 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Internship
- Entry level
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Catering Sales Manager
Haven Beer Co. —Hamden, CT
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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8d
Catering Manager 3
Sodexo —New Haven, CT
- $67,405 - $87,230 a year
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Recruiting
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
5d
Nourish the Service (NTS) Event Contractor – New England
Blue Star Families —Bridgeport, CT
- $1,500 per event
- Contract
- Remote
- Mid-level
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Restaurant Operations & Event Sales Manager

Paradise Restaurant and Banquet Hall
Ansonia, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$40,000 - $85,000 a year

Benefits

Employee discount

Qualifications

ServSafe
Computer literacy
Restaurant management
Employee relationship building
Shift management
Cost control
Driver's License
Supervising experience
Bar experience
Food service experience
Interviewing
Hospitality management

Full Job Description

Paradise Restaurant & Banquet Hall is a growing Italian restaurant and full-service event venue specializing in weddings, showers, repasses, catering, private parties, and community celebrations. We are looking for a hands-on manager to help lead day-to-day restaurant operations while also generating new business through catering sales, banquet outreach, and relationship building.

This role works closely alongside the General Manager and ownership to keep the restaurant running smoothly, maintain a positive team environment, and help grow our event and catering business.

The Role

We are seeking a driven, organized, and people-focused Restaurant Operations & Event Sales Manager to support daily restaurant service, strengthen workplace communication, and actively bring in new catering and banquet opportunities.

Responsibilities include:

Supporting day-to-day restaurant operations Tuesday through Sunday
Working alongside the General Manager to oversee front-of-house service, staff, and guest experience
Helping maintain a positive, professional, and team-oriented workplace culture
Promoting strong communication and camaraderie between staff, management, and ownership
Assisting with scheduling, floor supervision, staff accountability, and service standards
Handling guest concerns professionally and helping ensure a smooth dining experience
Generating catering and banquet leads through outbound calls, emails, messages, local outreach, and follow-ups
Building relationships with funeral homes, offices, schools, churches, community groups, wedding vendors, and local organizations
Responding to event inquiries and helping convert leads into booked events
Conducting event walkthroughs and assisting with banquet planning, contracts, deposits, and client communication
Supporting event execution, setup coordination, staffing communication, and service flow
Creating or assisting with Instagram/Facebook posts, event promotion, and local group outreach
Processing payments, handling cash responsibly, and assisting with closing duties when needed
Using basic computer skills for emails, documents, invoices, schedules, POS, and client communication

You Are

The ideal candidate is:

Experienced in restaurant, hospitality, catering, banquet, or event operations
Comfortable leading a floor while also being involved in sales and outreach
Friendly, professional, and confident in client-facing conversations
Organized, reliable, and able to follow through on tasks and leads
Comfortable making calls, sending messages, following up, and building relationships
Able to motivate staff and help create a positive workplace environment
Strong with communication, accountability, and teamwork
Comfortable using email, documents, POS systems, social media, and basic computer tools
Responsible with cash, payments, deposits, and closing procedures
Available to work evenings, weekends, and event-heavy schedules

Bonus If You Have

Catering or banquet sales experience
Experience with weddings, showers, repasses, corporate events, or private parties
Toast POS or OpenTable experience
Social media or local marketing experience
Existing relationships with local organizations, funeral homes, offices, churches, schools, or event vendors
A passion for hospitality, community, and growing a local business

We Offer

Competitive salary
Performance-based sales bonuses
Growth opportunity within a restaurant and banquet business
A leadership role working alongside management and ownership
The opportunity to help grow catering, weddings, private events, and local partnerships

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief message about your restaurant, sales, catering, or event experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount

Shift:

Day shift
Evening shift

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred)
Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Ansonia, CT 06401 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Ansonia, CT 06401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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