Event Sales Manager

Event Sales Manager

Position Title: Event Sales Manager

Salary: $80,000 - $90,000

Other Forms of Compensation: Commission Plan

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

We are seeking a polished and driven Event Sales Manager to lead the private dining and events program for an upcoming luxury fine dining destination opening in New York City. Created by an internationally acclaimed design firm in partnership with a global cultural institution, this project represents a new intersection of hospitality, art, design, and cuisine.

This multi-faceted venue will have multiple outlets each designed to offer an experience that is both refined and contemporary. The Event Sales Manager will drive sales and oversee event execution across private, semi-private, and hosted experiences, with the opportunity to expand into offsite activations as the program evolves.

This is a role for a sales-oriented hospitality professional who combines creativity, attention to detail, and operational precision with an authentic passion for building relationships and delivering world-class experiences.

What you'll do:

• Prospect, secure, and manage private, semi-private, and hosted dining events, as well as full venue buyouts
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients from inquiry through event completion, ensuring seamless coordination and flawless execution
• Collaborate with culinary, beverage, and service teams to design menus and experiences tailored to each occasion
• Develop detailed proposals, budgets, and floor plans that align guest vision with operational flow
• Manage contracts, deposits, invoicing, and financial forecasting for all event business
• Oversee event logistics including timelines, staffing, and vendor coordination
• Represent the venue with professionalism and discretion in all client interactions
• Support the growth of the event program, including offsite and partnership opportunities

What We're Looking For:

• 35 years of experience in event sales or catering management within fine dining, luxury hospitality, or lifestyle venues
• Proven success in driving event revenue while maintaining brand integrity and client satisfaction
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with a natural ability to connect with clients
• Deep understanding of luxury service standards and fine dining operations
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and contract management
• A creative and solution-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed for events

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

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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.

Req ID: 1474290

Restaurant Associates

Michael Abbey

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