The Brand

Jean-Georges Management (JGM) is built on a powerful culinary foundation and has evolved into a reputable and award-winning restaurant group. From inception, Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten placed emphasis on the importance of providing the very best in culinary and tailored hospitality, which has resulted in the success of an acclaimed constellation of international restaurants. With over 60 restaurants worldwide we continuously strive towards excellence and rely on the support of our culinary and hospitality team members to contribute to our operations.

Scope of the Position

The Corporate Events Manager will play an integral role in firmly establishing the JGM business entities as premium, customer- and client-focused venues, that provides memorable, world-class event experiences that are second to none. An experienced event manager possessing a proven track-record of managing internal and external resources in support of client events, budget planning, and collaboration across multiple departments will provide the world-class expertise required for this year-round position.

Organizational Structure

Reports to the Executive Vice President of Operations

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop operating plans and budgets to support sales efforts to prospective events
• Lead and oversee our event coordinators or senior servers
• Conduct site surveys for prospective and booked event clients, their agencies, and contractors
• Monitor schedules and deliverables, and track expenses and reimbursements for contracted events
• Serve as the key point-of-contact for service to clients and their agencies
• Collaborate and contribute in developing solutions for client challenges
• Develop production schedules and manage internal and external resources in support of client events
• Develop and maintain preferred vendors list including points of contact and valid insurance documentation
• Coordinate and manage the entitlements and expectations of client event sponsors
• Ensure that company policies and procedures, safety and other laws, regulations, and requirements are implemented and followed
• Ability to manage expectations, processes, and multiple projects simultaneously
• Operate ethically to protect the image of the company
• Must be able to maintain a schedule availability flexible to the business demands
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required or requested

Knowledge, Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years experience as Special Events Manager in high-volume fine dining operations
• Multi-Unit experience a plus
• The successful candidate will have proven event management experience; strong contacts within the events and meetings industry; and an excellent track record of developing strong client relationships.
• Experience in managing a combination of full-time, seasonal, and contractor staff
• Passionate, entrepreneurial, and dedicated to success
• Effective teamwork skills
• Strong communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, and electronic)
• Genuinely friendly interpersonal skills
• Entrepreneurial mentality – Must be a self-starter and excellent time management skills
• Must be able to maintain a schedule availability flexible to the business demands

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs; Ability to stand for prolong periods of time and climb steps regularly.
• Ability to physically maneuver through work areas; bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is $75,000 a year plus commission. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid within the range depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills, etc.