Event Manager at Newport Restaurant Group

Paycom; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NRG Dining Card Program

35% discount when dining in our locs

100% Company paid LTD, Life & AD&D

Generous 401k match

Employee Ownership Opportunities

EAP

Telemedicine access

Wholesaler Club Reimbursement Program

Tenure Program

Referral Bonus Program

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Newport Restaurant Group is seeking an Event Manager to coordinate with culinary, service, and operations teams to deliver memorable events that reflect our brand's high standards.

A strong candidate will bring 4+ years in event coordination, exceptional communication, and a passion for hospitality. This full-time role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits in a 100% employee-owned environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of event coordination experience in hospitality.
• Experience with high-end weddings and customized events.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact after an event is confirmed.
• Conduct site tours and client consultations.
• Prepare and present event proposals and banquet event orders (BEOs).
• Maintain relationships with repeat clients.
• Collaborate with culinary, beverage, and operations teams to ensure event details are executed to client expectations.
• Oversee all event details from booking through execution including menu selection, floor plans, AV, décor, and timeline.
• Collaborate with culinary, beverage, and service teams to ensure event requirements are met.
• Assist with post-event follow-up including feedback and billing.
• Attend industry meetings and events which may take place outside of regular business hours.

Skills

Event coordination

Excellent communication

Customer service

Administrative skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Hospitality or related field

Job description

Event ManagerNewport Restaurant GroupWarwick, RI______________________________Newport Restaurant Group is looking for an Event Manager to join the team.About the Position: In the Event Manager role, you will coordinate with internal teams, including culinary, service, and operations, to deliver events that reflect our brand’s high standards for service, cuisine, and atmosphere. A strong candidate will have a proven track record in event planning, excellent communication skills, and a passion for hospitality.About You: You are passionate, energetic and to whom pleasing and impressing guests comes naturally.Essential Duties:Serve as the primary point of contact after an event is confirmedConduct site tours and client consultationsPrepare and present event proposals and banquet event orders (BEOs)Maintain relationships with repeat clientsCollaborate with culinary, beverage, and operations teams to ensure event details are executed to client expectationsOversee all event details from booking through execution including menu selection, floor plans, AV, décor, and timelineCollaborate with culinary, beverage, and service teams to ensure event requirements are metAssist with post-event follow-up including feedback and billingAttends industry meetings and events which may take place outside of regular business hoursCompensation and Benefits:Competitive compensation $62,000-$65,000/Year!Sick, Holiday, and Vacation paid time offHealth & Wellness:MedicalDentalVisionFlexible and Dependent Care spending account optionsHealth Reimbursement Account (HRA)Financial & Employee Ownership:100% Company paid LTD, Life & AD&D InsuranceGenerous Company 401k matchEmployee Ownership OpportunitiesEmployee Perks:NRG Dining Card Program35% discount when dining in our locations (including food and beverages)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Employee Discount ProgramsWholesaler Club Reimbursement ProgramTenure ProgramReferral Bonus ProgramVoluntary Benefits:Telemedicine accessAbout Newport Restaurant Group: We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company. What does it mean to work for an 100% Employee-Owned Company? If you decide to join our team, you’ll not just be an employee — you’ll be eligible to become an owner in the company. Really, there’s no catch, we invest in our employees, and they in turn invest their time, energy and talents in our businesses! We have one of the strongest, friendliest hospitality staffs in New England. Our common goal is to make people happy through great food, great locations and great teamwork. If you feel the same, we want to hear from you.Qualifications:At least 4 years of event coordination experience in the food-beverage-hospitality industry or a Bachelor's Degree.Experience with high-end weddings and customized events requiredSkills & Abilities:Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.Strong administrative skills, organized and detail oriented and prepared to multitask and work efficiently in a fast paced, high volume, aggressive sales atmosphereBe collaborative, using a team approach to creating an equitable workplace environment and have respectful working relationships