Event Manager

Job Details : Event Sales Manager

About us :

Welcome to Via Aurelia, a new landmark in San Francisco’s dining scene—an elevated Tuscan restaurant in Mission Rock, developed by Back Home Hospitality in collaboration with the San Francisco Giants and Tishman Speyer. As the anchor tenant of VISA’s global headquarters, this 8,500-square-foot restaurant offers an immersive journey into the heart of Tuscany, blending revered culinary traditions with California’s vibrant produce and dynamic spirit. Designed by Jon De La Cruz, whose award-winning collaborations with us at Che Fico have become iconic, the space will seamlessly combine elegance with a subtle homage to Tuscany’s rich cultural heritage. With expansive, weather-protected outdoor seating and stunning waterfront views, this destination invites guests to enjoy a memorable experience year-round. Inside, two large private dining rooms create an intimate setting for private celebrations and corporate events, while a thoughtfully crafted business lunch menu will cater to Mission Rock’s bustling professional community. Our cuisine delves deeply into Tuscany’s coastal traditions, presenting flavors shaped by the region’s storied maritime history and centuries of trade. Guests will savor a coastal menu that celebrates the simplicity and depth of Tuscan seafood—from fresh, simply grilled catches to delicately battered selections and robust seafood stews. The menu further highlights Tuscany’s celebrated ingredients, including the prized Cinta Senese pork with its distinctive flavor, the iconic Bistecca alla Fiorentina, and a vast selection of handmade pasta dishes that honor Italy’s rich culinary heritage. Seasonal Tuscan truffles will feature prominently throughout the year, lending depth and complexity to various dishes. Our produce-forward offerings also reflect the agrarian soul of Tuscany, showcasing a bounty of vegetables prepared with the respect they deserve.   Our world-class wine program perfectly complements the cuisine, emphasizing Tuscan and Italian wines while featuring top selections from France and California’s premier producers, each curated to enhance the dining experience. The restaurant’s design nods to Tuscany’s artistic history with a curated selection of art that respects the region’s legacy without direct imitation. Each piece and design element has been chosen to evoke elegance, sophistication, and an appreciation for artistry—honoring the legacy of Italian masters while capturing the innovative spirit of San Francisco.

More than just a dining destination, this restaurant is a beacon of San Francisco’s resilience and potential. By bringing Tuscany’s warmth and richness to the heart of Mission Rock, we aspire to redefine excellence in dining and community engagement. This project is a testament to San Francisco’s upward momentum, with a bold statement of growth, community, and world-class hospitality

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Events Manager is responsible for the execution of private events for the restaurant. This position will handle communication with clients from lead to event completion, generating and updating of contracts and BEO’s, menu creation, as well as the execution of large events onsite and events marketing.

Outside of event responsibilities will include weekly manager meetings, financial oversight, driving sales, and working with the management team towards cultivating a healthy team dynamic. This position is part of the management team and will evolve with the needs of the business. This position will report to the Events Director.

DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS

The outlined responsibilities below reflect an overview of the position as a growing company we will need to be flexible to a changing environment and change in duties and responsibilities.

• The Event Manager will be the point of contact for our event clients. They will assist with the client experience from the first lead to the day of the event confirming party size, menu selection and any special needs they may have.
• Ensure all event details are accurate and up to date with detailed information from email and phone correspondence with clients for each event
• Coordinate the timeline of all onsite events with restaurant managers, ensuring that room set-up, flow and delivery is in line with guest expectations
• Oversee execution of private dining room events and private dining room staff for all larger groups, can be up to 3-4x a week, more as we grow
• Contribute to weekly manager meetings by reviewing upcoming special events and guest event feedback and financials.
• Supports and assists the events department with duties including, but not limited to : Providing assistance to guests looking to book events, following up on phone and email leads, providing details of our offerings and answering guest questions
• Follow-up on all incoming leads in a timely fashion, returning all sales calls and emails (Our goal is within 24 hours with an away message on days off)
• Responsible for generating detailed and accurate BEO’s, menus, place cards, floor plans and any other documents needed execute onsite events
• Clerical support for department including data entry, filing, invoicing
• Work and support Events director to manage off-site events and organize / manage rental items, service staff, beverage team and work with venues as necessary
• Regularly confirm that all members of the management team are updated with any significant event changes
• Complete follow-up with clients and staff after each event
• Updating sample menus, TripleSeat picklists and templates, and Toast as needed

Management experience is a plus, however we will gladly accept applicants with a strong background in the service or events industry who are excited to take on a new role. We are growing quickly as a company and seeking individuals who would like to grow with us.

We highly encourage people of all backgrounds with varied experience levels to apply. We value and seek diversity amongst our team.

For the role of Events Manager, we offer :

Salary Expectations : Base salary of $70,000 + commissions on all events (projected to bring in $120,000+ in total compensation)

Competitive wages plus bonus opportunities

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Retirement savings plan - 401k with 4% match

Opportunities for internal growth and career advancement - we are a fast-growing company and look to promote from within

Financial education - we host monthly P&L reviews open to all employees

Work-Life Balance

We host staff events, field trips and seminars to build restaurant culture and further our development as a team.

We want this to be the most fun and rewarding job you have ever had in the hospitality industry, and we are seeking talented professionals to help grow our team. Please send us your resume and a brief note about you and why you want to work with us. We look forward to meeting you!