Top 61 Special events manager Jobs in Cromwell, Ct

Front of House Manager
Confidential —Southington, CT
- $52,000 - $71,200 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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Event Manager - Weddings
CT Wedding Group —Middletown, CT
- $27 - $33 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Leadership
- Opportunities for advancement
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Lead Events Coordinator
Advanced Window Systems LLC —Cromwell, CT
- $50,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- Opportunities for advancement
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Assistant Director of Events (Hybrid)
THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT FOUNDATION INC —Storrs, CT
- $62,000 - $66,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Conferences & Events Manager
Quinnipiac University —Hamden, CT
- Extended hours
- 5 years
- Business development
- University
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Associate Director Development, Campaign Events
Quinnipiac University —Hamden, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Databases
- University
Events and Special Programs Manager
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art —Hartford, CT
- $57,000 - $62,000 a year
- Customer service
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
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Executive Meetings Manager - OEM
Dreamscape Hospitality —Glastonbury, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Hotel
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Program Manager, Emergency Management Services
Yale University —New Haven, CT
- $68,000 - $120,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Events & Marketing Specialist
Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology —East Hartford, CT
- $66,000 - $88,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Assistant Director 2, YCCI, Events, Yale School of Management
Yale University —New Haven, CT
- $65,000 - $101,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Sales
- Research
Event Sales Coordinator
Level99 Entertainment —West Hartford, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Mid-level
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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
Marketing and Events Coordinator
Alliance Highway Safety —Meriden, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Inventory management
- Research
Social Media Manager
MarB Hospitality —New Haven, CT
- Up to $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Continuous improvement
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Catering & Community Engagement Manager - Miss Porter's School
FISD —Hartford, CT
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
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Assistant Equipment Manager
The Taft School —Watertown, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Heavy lifting
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Entry-Level Event Coordinator
Demers Exposition Services —East Hartford, CT
- From $20.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Travel
- Fair chance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Project Turnover Program Manager
Yale University —New Haven, CT
- $90,000 - $165,750 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 7 years
- University
Event Developer/Corrdinator
Spellbound Management LLC —Hartford, CT
- From $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Front of House Manager

Confidential
Southington, CT

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Job Details

Full-time
$52,000 - $71,200 a year

Benefits

Paid training
Paid time off
Employee discount

Qualifications

Customer communication
Sales transaction processing
Cash register operations
Payment processing in food service
Bar ingredient mixing

Full Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Front of House Manager to lead our hospitality team and ensure an exceptional guest experience. In this vital role, you will oversee daily operations, manage staff, and uphold the highest standards of service, food safety, and cleanliness. Your leadership will foster a welcoming atmosphere where both guests and team members feel valued and motivated. This position offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your management skills in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment dedicated to culinary excellence and hospitality.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise front-of-house staff, including training, scheduling, and performance management to ensure smooth daily operations.
Oversee customer service delivery, ensuring guests receive prompt, friendly, and professional attention at all times.
Manage POS systems such as Aloha POS and Micros POS for order processing, cash handling, and transaction accuracy.
Coordinate with kitchen staff to ensure food preparation standards are met while maintaining food safety protocols.
Control inventory levels for front-of-house supplies, monitor stock rotation, and assist with ordering when necessary.
Handle shift management duties including opening, closing, and ensuring compliance with health regulations.
Conduct staff interviews, onboarding, ongoing training & development to build a cohesive team aligned with company standards.

Skills

Proven experience in food service management with a strong background in quick service & fast food restaurant environments or casual dining settings.
Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and manage diverse hospitality teams effectively.
Proficiency in POS systems such as Toast POS; strong cash handling skills required.
Knowledge of food safety management practices and food handling procedures across various dining formats including fine dining, casual dining, catering, or banquet settings.
Strong organizational skills in inventory control, budgeting, profit & loss analysis, and food production oversight.
Excellent communication skills for managerial communication, staff training, interviewing candidates, and customer interactions.
Ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently while maintaining high standards of hospitality service.
Basic math skills for accurate cash handling and financial reporting; experience with managing hospitality teams is preferred.

Join us as a Front of House Manager where your leadership will elevate guest experiences while fostering a positive work environment!

Pay: $52,000.00 - $71,200.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount
Paid time off
Paid training

Application Question(s):

Describe a specific example of how you helped increase restaurant sales, customer traffic, or repeat business. What did you personally do, and what was the result?
What experience do you have creating or executing restaurant marketing, promotions, special events, social media content, or community outreach? Please provide one successful example.
This position requires hands-on bartending experience. How comfortable are you making classic cocktails, creating craft cocktails, training bartenders, and maintaining consistency behind the bar?
Describe your kitchen experience. What food have you personally prepared, what commercial kitchen equipment have you operated, and how comfortable are you assisting the kitchen during a rush or staffing shortage?
Tell us about a time you improved customer service at a restaurant. What problems did you identify, and how did you train or hold the staff accountable?
What systems have you used for liquor, beer, food, and supply inventory? How do you control waste, overpouring, theft, and unnecessary purchasing?
What experience do you have reviewing a restaurant P&L and managing food cost, beverage cost, labor cost, and operating expenses? Please explain how you have corrected costs that were over budget.
A restaurant is experiencing declining sales, inconsistent service, and low staff morale. What would your priorities be during your first 30 days?
This is a hands-on management position that may require bartending, helping in the kitchen, training employees, handling guest complaints, working nights and weekends, and assisting wherever needed. Are you comfortable with these expectations? Please explain.

Work Location: In person

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special events manager jobs in cromwell, ct

Front of House Manager

Event Manager - Weddings

Lead Events Coordinator

Assistant Director of Events (Hybrid)

Conferences & Events Manager

Associate Director Development, Campaign Events

Events and Special Programs Manager

Executive Meetings Manager - OEM

Program Manager, Emergency Management Services

Events & Marketing Specialist

Assistant Director 2, YCCI, Events, Yale School of Management

Event Sales Coordinator

Woolsey Hall Production Manager

Marketing and Events Coordinator

Social Media Manager

Catering & Community Engagement Manager - Miss Porter's School

Assistant Equipment Manager

Entry-Level Event Coordinator

Project Turnover Program Manager

Event Developer/Corrdinator

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