Enlightened Hospitality Event Sales Lead

The Modern; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Time off & parental leave

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Employee relief fund

Dining credit

Dining discount 51%

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Mentorship & growth

Job summary

The Modern, a Michelin-starred contemporary American restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, is seeking an Event Sales Manager to lead client relations and plan successful events at both The Modern and MoMA Cafes. This in-person role reports to the Senior Event Sales Manager and requires exceptional communication, proactive thinking, and operational excellence.

You will own the event life cycle from inquiry through execution, collaborating with restaurant operators and

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in event sales or hospitality management.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining a warm, team-oriented approach.
• Strategic thinking with attention to detail and a focus on guest experience.
• Passion for mentorship, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Open availability and comfort fully working in-person.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating meaningful experiences.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate Enlightened Hospitality for stakeholders and business growth.
• Strengthen the event program with curiosity and creativity.
• Build systems for high-volume events to run smoothly and be well managed.
• Own client relationships from inquiry to execution with proposals and contracts.
• Manage event calendar balancing revenue goals with logistics and guest experience.
• Coordinate internally to ensure promises are delivered to guests.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Mentorship

Strategic thinking

In-person

Guest experience

Job description

The Modern, a Michelin-starred contemporary American restaurant at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City, is seeking an Event Sales Manager to lead client relations and plan successful events at both The Modern and MoMA Cafes. This in-person role reports to the Senior Event Sales Manager and requires exceptional communication, proactive thinking, and operational excellence.

You will own the event life cycle from inquiry through execution, collaborating with restaurant operators and