Special Events Manager

Culinary Dropout•Omaha, NE

3h•Onsite

About The Position

FOX RESTAURANT CONCEPTS GROUP DINING - SHARE STORIES AND LAUGHS OVER GREAT FOOD 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!

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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