Special Events Manager

Hiring – Special Events Manager

Blanco Cocina & Cantina

HIRING IMMEDIATELY!

Why Fox Restaurant Concepts?

Competitive Pay and incentive opportunity

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage within 30 days of employment

Retirement savings program with company match

50% dining discount at all Fox Restaurant Concept locations

Additional discounts at The Cheesecake Factory and North Italia

Gym, fitness studio & nutrition discounts offered through Gympass

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

No matter how big or small the milestone, the best things in life are even better with family and friends. Each Fox Restaurant Concepts event space creates a unique feel and experience so that our guests can choose how to celebrate their special moments. With our range of private dining options, you - the Special Events Manager - can plan the perfect gathering, whether that’s a large party, a corporate event, an intimate get-together or even a full restaurant buyout for bigger occasions!

We are currently hiring, and you would be the perfect candidate if you can answer “this is so me!” to the following:

Has a “yes is the answer what is the question” attitude

Easily adapts to change and thrives in a fast pace (and fun) environment

Outgoing and personable with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Over the years, you’ve developed a pretty heavy rolodex

No matter how many goals you’ve achieved, you set your sights on higher ones

Keeps calm and closes deals!

Believes life is too short, to have boring parties

SMERF means more to you than little blue creatures

As the Special Events Manager, you will...

Manage all incoming leads via Open Table, telephone, email and other channels; assists with managing event software

Close deals and assist guests from start to finish with all event planning needs

Manage annual sales goals for selected restaurants by booking group events

Seek out new sales opportunities and partnerships, initiating action plans and attending networking events to procure new business

Build guest loyalty and book repeat business

Communicate with the service team all event details; partners with General Manager and Executive Chef to ensure that each event is flawlessly executed against objectives

Book small to large events and able to prioritize tasks efficiently

Works on-site to build a solid team atmosphere

Qualifications

Have 3+ years of experience in a high volume events environment

Restaurant or similar experience preferred

Strong oral and written communication skills

Catering/event software experience

Able to work flexible, sometimes long hours

Excellent customer service

Fox Restaurant Concepts, an entity of the Cheesecake Factory, is an Equal Opportunity & E- Verify Employer. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required.