Event Manager - Full-Time

K Group; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The JDK Group | Central Pennsylvania is seeking an Event Manager to lead on-site execution of weddings, private celebrations and corporate events. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on timelines, team direction, and client care.

You will supervise 10-30 staff, coordinate with culinary leads, and serve as the primary on-site contact with venues and vendors. Friday/Saturday shifts and peak-season hours are expected; on-site leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of banquet captain, catering lead, or hospitality leadership experience.
• Wedding or large-scale event experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead teams of 10-30 staff.
• Strong decision-making skills under pressure.
• Confidence in client-facing environments.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate company vans and box trucks.

Responsibilities

• Lead full on-site execution from arrival through breakdown
• Manage timelines and service flow in coordination with Culinary Leads
• Direct supervisors, servers, and bartenders with clear expectations
• Coach in real time and uphold professionalism
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for clients
• Communicate with venues and vendors and resolve issues quickly

Skills

Leadership

Event management

Team supervision

Client facing

Decision making

Job description

Event Manager

The JDK Group | Central Pennsylvania

Full-Time and Part-time opportunities- Competitive hourly wages based on leadership experience

Do you lead with confidence in fast-paced event environments where details matter and teams rely on you for direction?

At The JDK Group, we create elevated catering experiences for weddings, private celebrations, and corporate events across Central PA. Our Event Managers are the heartbeat of execution. They lead teams, manage timelines, protect food quality, and ensure clients feel confident and cared for.

This is a hands-on leadership role in the field. It is not an office position and not a sales role. If you take ownership, solve problems in real time, and lead from the front, this role is for you.

What You'll Do

• Lead full on-site execution from arrival through breakdown
• Manage timelines and service flow in coordination with Culinary Leads
• Direct supervisors, servers, and bartenders with clear expectations
• Coach in real time and uphold professionalism
• Serve as the primary on-site contact for clients
• Communicate with venues and vendors and resolve issues quickly

What It Takes

• 2+ years of banquet captain, catering lead, or hospitality leadership experience
• Wedding or large-scale event experience preferred
• Proven ability to lead teams of 10-30 staff
• Strong decision-making skills under pressure
• Confidence in client-facing environments
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate company vans and box trucks

Schedule & Availability

Full-time position requiring regular availability for Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday event schedules, plus weekday responsibilities. Extended hours are expected during peak seasons (May, June, September, October, and December).

Why Join JDK

• Clear path to Senior Event Manager
• Work at high-end weddings and premium venues
• Team-first culture focused on professionalism and accountability
• Direct impact on client experience

At JDK, leadership happens in the field. If you want to run the timeline and set the tone for exceptional events, we would love to meet you.