Events Manager

MESSINA HOF WINE CELLARS INC•Bryan, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Event Manager will be responsible for the growth of event revenue by generating event sales through outbound sales and incoming sales efforts for Messina Hof Winery Estate. This position will also coordinate an event from beginning to end.

Requirements

1-2 years of event sales experience
Experience in waitstaff training and relations including management, scheduling, planning and delegating tasks to provide superior food and beverage service
Excellent communication skills, eye for detail, and positive motivational attitude
Ability to use a personal computer well and have working knowledge of computer programs including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Orderport, and Revel.
Self-motivated and able to work independently to meet necessary sales goals and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Tripleseat is preferred

Responsibilities

Sell, develop, plan, and coordinate all contracted events, experiences, etc. at Messina Hof Winery & Resort
Create, develop, plan, and coordinate all in-house events, experiences, festivals, etc. at Messina Hof Winery & Resort
Create strategies and generate new business/client relationships with local organizations, businesses, and surrounding communities
Establish rapport and maintain relationship with clients
Increase market share, development, and coordinate marketing initiatives
Submit promotion and marketing suggestions to the Marketing team as needed
Travel to the locations for event, client, and staff meetings regarding events
Manage day-of execution of events
Schedule weekly Event Meetings with locations to discuss and convey event plans
Ongoing and effective communication with locations, administration, staff and clients
Learn and manage Tripleseat and Orderport
Effective contract management and payment processes through Tripleseat
Oversee the invoice process to ensure that payments are properly processed in a timely manner
Perform other duties as required including assisting other departments as needed