Top 298 Event planners & managers Jobs in Illinois

Event Sales Manager - Big Star
One Off Hospitality Group —Chicago, IL
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Catering Sales Manager
Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette & Courtyard by Marriott Peoria Downtown —Peoria, IL
- $70,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Relocation assistance
- Paid time off
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Director of Event Production
Revel Global Events —Chicago, IL
- From $100,000 a year
- Online Application
- Fair chance
- In-person
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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EVENTS MANAGER
NTI Connect LLC —Downers Grove, IL
- $105,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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Corporate Brand Marketing and Event Management Consultant
CME Group —Chicago, IL
- $35 - $40 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Google Workspace
- Mid-level
- Office
Hospitality and Event Coordinator
Polsinelli PC —Chicago, IL
- $65,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- AD&D insurance
Event Coordinator
Marriott International, Inc —Chicago, IL
- $28.12 - $28.87 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
Manager, Events
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry —Chicago, IL
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Free parking
- Health insurance
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Corporate Conferences & Events Technology Specialist
Northern Trust Corp. —Chicago, IL
- $95,600 - $162,400 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Continuous improvement
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Task Force Event Planning Manager
Hotel Lincoln —Chicago, IL
- $62,000 - $65,000 a year
- Temporary
- Background check
- Sales
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
13d
Assistant Director of University Events
Aurora University —Aurora, IL
- $63,000 - $68,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- University
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
Sr. Events Planner II (Hybrid)
American Medical Association —Chicago, IL
- $61,800 - $82,025 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Office
Operations Coordinator
Motorola Solutions —Chicago, IL
- $50,100 - $83,600 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Google Workspace
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Employee stock purchase plan
Private Event Manager
The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited —Chicago, IL
- $65,000 - $68,000 a year
- Word processing
- English
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Creative Professional Opportunities
Kehoe Designs Inc —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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Events Manager
Willow Creek Community Church —South Barrington, IL
- $65,000 - $73,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Leadership
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Showroom and Events Lead
Momentum Textiles LLC —Chicago, IL
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Contracts
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
8d
Event Planning Manager
MCR Hotels —Rosemont, IL
- $65,000 - $78,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Hotel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Manager, Meetings
Institute of Food Technologists —Chicago, IL
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Organizational skills
- Profit sharing
- Paid holidays
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Conference Senior Coordinator
Smithbucklin —Chicago, IL
- $74,000 - $84,000 a year
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years

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Event Sales Manager - Big Star

One Off Hospitality Group
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$55,000 - $65,000 a year

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Food service health code compliance
Food sanitation practices
Driver's License
Clean workspace maintenance
Food Handler Certification

Full Job Description

Events Sales Manager – Big Star

Chicago, IL

Description

For almost 30 years, One Off Hospitality has developed and operated some of Chicago’s most beloved places to eat and drink. More importantly, we’re a group of people – chefs, hospitality veterans, managers and creators – who believe in the power of treating our guests like family and our restaurants like home.

POSITION: EVENTS SALES MANAGER – Big Star

REPORTS TO: VICE PRESIDENT OF CATERING AND EVENTS

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Events Sales Manager – Big Star should effortlessly have a "can-do" attitude to assist our organization in hosting events that enhance the Big Star’s image, improve client loyalty, and drive our brand-to-client experience. The ideal candidate for this role comes with creativity, organizational skills, and vision that will assist in amplifying and growing brand visibility.

The Event Sales Manager, will be responsible for selling Private Dining Events at Big Star Wicker Park and Big Star Wrigleyville, Food Truck Events, and Offsite Events serving Big Star food and drinks. Event Sales Managers work conjointly with the VP of Catering and Events to organize, maintain event supplies, and procedural systems in order to execute unforgettable events for guests.

Requirements

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Maintains a cheerful, courteous disposition and a neat, clean and professional image
Gains extensive knowledge of all menus, both food and beverage (including: ingredients, cooking techniques, allergies and dietary restrictions, etc.)
Attends weekly BEO meetings
Updates all calendars and maintains consistent communication with event manager regarding availability
Creates menus and signage for events
Assists restaurant staff with setup and breakdown of an event when applicable
Work closely with Event Chefs, Chef de Cuisines, Sous Chefs and Beverage Directors to maintain understanding and knowledge of all seasonal offerings with respect to food and beverage
Gains knowledge of the POS system affiliated with charging events and ringing items for events
Assists in fielding phone and email inquiries
Conducts walk-throughs and tastings for potential and booked semi-private clients
Always maintains a positive, and team-oriented, demeanor
Maintains composure and positivity when under pressure
Keeps immediate supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance and takes prompt corrective action where necessary
Adheres to all company safety and sanitation policies and procedures
Assists other team members as needed or when business needs dictates

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills)

Bachelor's degree or four years of relevant work experience (preferred)
3-5 years of project management, experiential marketing and/or event experience in complex roles
Food Handler Certification required
Willingness to maintain a clean, healthy, and safe working environment
Ability to handle stress under pressure
Ability to coordinate multiple activities with attention to detail
Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while multitasking, re-prioritizing projects, and communicating priority updates to Directors.
Excellent organization and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to drive outcomes
Experience with Triple Seat or/and Toast preferred
A current and valid Driver’s License and means of transportation are required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Ability to be flexible with job demands and open minded when being asked to complete tasks
Ability to operate and use all equipment necessary to run the restaurant
Ability to move or handle equipment throughout the restaurant generally weighing 0-50 pounds
Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates
Ability to stand for up to 8-10 hours a day
Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish

Salary:
$55,000 - $65,000 plus commission

One Off Hospitality provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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