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Private Events ManagerGage Hospitality Group • Chicago, IL, US
Private Events Manager

Private Events Manager

Gage Hospitality Group • Chicago, IL, US
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Established by Billy Lawless in 2007, Gage Hospitality Group was founded with the mission of providing a rustic, yet refined dining experience served with genuine hospitality. Each restaurant offers an individual personality with a chef-driven menu, curated beverage program and superior guest service. Since inception, the venues, chefs and food and beverage menus have continually received critical acclaim and recognition for their commitment to creativity, quality and service.

Gage Hospitality Group is currently seeking a fun and passionate Private Events Manager to join our team. This individual will be responsible for acquiring new clients, responding to group dining and event inquiries, converting leads into signed contracts and collaborating with the events team to ensure each event is executed flawlessly and exceeds customer expectations. Success in this position requires outstanding communication skills, a strong background in food and beverage, a genuine passion for hospitality and customer service and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.

In addition to a base salary, this role includes commission based earnings.

What Makes Us Great :

  • Competitive Pay
  • Health Benefits after 30 days ($350 towards your monthly Medical premium, Dental & Vision 100% paid)
  • 401(k) Program after 90 days (Company Match)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Sick and Safe Leave
  • Dining Discounts at all GHG Restaurants
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Paid Parking
  • Monthly Cell Phone Stipend

Private Events Manager Responsibilities :

  • Identify and strategically cultivate new prospects; create strong client relationships
  • Review and respond promptly to all phone and email inquiries with tailored information
  • Sell, book and contract Private Event and Group Dining business
  • Conduct site visits for prospective and contracted clients
  • Generate BEOs and coordinate with FOH and BOH teams to ensure seamless execution
  • Consistently communicate with client to determine guest needs and program requirements; assist in securing all additional event requirements (e.g., audio visual, floral, etc.)
  • Join a talented Sales, Marketing, FOH and BOH team with a successful track-record in implementing thousands of events with a high degree of repeat business
  • Provide important input to the Marketing team’s Private Events strategy and communications initiatives
  • What makes you great :

  • A minimum of 3 years of prior experience in event planning, coordination or management with hospitality background preferred. Wedding planning experience a plus.
  • An ability to work in a team, effectively prioritize and enjoy a fast-paced environment.
  • An energetic, outgoing personality with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in event management software (e.g., Triple Seat, etc.); experience using Adobe InDesign ideal.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • The ability to occasionally be present for some portion of selected events including some evenings and weekends.
  • Gage Hospitality Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Gage Hospitality Group will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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