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Restaurant & Events Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
holiday time off
Associate Shopping Program
Health and wellness programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee assistance program
flexible spending accounts
Paid parental leave
Personal Leave

Job Description

Restaurant Associates is a premier dining and event catering company recognized as a leader in providing exceptional culinary and hospitality services to some of the most prestigious museums, performing arts centers, and corporate clients nationwide. As a division of Compass Group USA, Restaurant Associates prides itself on delivering innovative dining experiences and seamless event execution, supported by a strong commitment to quality, sustainability, and community engagement. The company fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment, earning accolades such as Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards for Best Places to Work, reflecting its dedication to employee development and satisfaction.

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Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 3 years in restaurant management, hospitality supervision, or event coordination
  • Demonstrated experience in sales and event planning
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
  • Proficiency with event management or reservation software preferred
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Commitment to maintaining safety and compliance standards
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States

Job Qualifications

  • Experience in restaurant management, hospitality supervision, or event coordination
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
  • Interest in coaching and leading diverse teams with empathy and collaboration
  • Familiarity with event software, reservation platforms, or CRM tools (training available)
  • A growth mindset and enthusiasm for meeting revenue goals and earning commission
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proven track record of sales achievement and client relationship building

Job Duties

  • Oversee day-to-day front-of-house operations to ensure warm, attentive, and consistent guest service
  • Support onboarding, coaching, and development of front-of-house team members in a collaborative, inclusive environment
  • Partner with culinary and bar teams to ensure smooth service flow and high-quality execution
  • Monitor guest satisfaction and collaborate on service improvements
  • Maintain standards for cleanliness, safety, and compliance
  • Serve as the primary contact for private dining inquiries, group reservations, and special event bookings
  • Conduct site tours, client consultations, and menu/event planning sessions
  • Build lasting relationships with guests, corporate clients, and community partners
  • Develop customized event proposals that align with guest needs and restaurant capabilities
  • Manage event contracts, deposits, and revenue tracking with accuracy and professionalism
  • Achieve sales goals tied to event revenue and commission-eligible targets
  • Lead day-of-event execution, ensuring guests experience seamless coordination and elevated hospitality
  • Collaborate with the culinary team on menu flow, timing, and special requests
  • Coordinate staffing plans for private dining and events
  • support alignment on expectations
  • Support post-event follow-up and guest feedback processes
  • Partner with leadership on forecasting, event profitability, and revenue-driven initiatives
  • Assist with calendar management, scheduling, operational planning, and reporting
  • Identify opportunities to elevate event offerings, community engagement, and brand presence

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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