Events Manager

Position Title: Events Manager

Pay 13

Reports To:

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

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Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work,

Job Summary

Bring your passion for hospitality, creativity, and leadership to our team as an Events Manager . In this role, you’ll be at the heart of producing unforgettable experiences, whether it’s an intimate dinner or a large-scale celebration. From concept to completion, you’ll guide every detail, ensuring flawless execution and lasting guest impressions.

What you’ll do:

• Partner with clients to design events that align with their vision and budget

• Collaborate with chefs to craft menus that excite and inspire

• Negotiate and manage vendor partnerships to deliver seamless service

• Lead, train, and motivate an energetic catering team

• Oversee schedules, staffing, and on-site execution for smooth operations

• Manage budgets, financial records, and event reporting with accuracy

• Serve as the key point of contact, ensuring client satisfaction from start to finish

What we’re looking for:

• 3–5 years of hospitality management, ideally in off-premise catering

• A hands-on leader who thrives in high-energy, guest-focused settings

• Strong communicator and negotiator with proven client relationship skills

• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities

• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and P&L

• Skilled in coaching and developing staff, building strong and motivated teams

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1459845

Restaurant Associates

Michael Abbey

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