Events Assistant

Rye Street Tavern; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Restaurant discounts

Meal discount

401k with company match

Health plan (medical, dental, vision)

Training

Wellness resources

Career growth

Job summary

Clyde's Restaurant Group in Baltimore, MD is seeking an Events Assistant for Rye Street Tavern. This onsite role supports weddings and corporate events across eight spaces, handling client inquiries, proposals, and day‑of coordination within a fast‑paced hospitality setting.

You will report to the Senior Events Manager, work evenings and weekends, and enjoy flexible shifts, competitive pay, employee discounts, training, and health benefits as part of Clyde's Restaurant Group.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in food and events
• Excellent customer service skills and polished phone manner
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
• Flexible availability to work mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays as needed

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service in responding to phone or email inquiries
• Assist with creating and revising event proposals
• Assemble private event packets including layouts, details, and other supporting documents
• Assist with final guest counts
• Submit and monitor vendor orders for required materials and supplies
• Ensure all contracts are approved and confirmed by the client prior to the event
• Verify billing information and assist with preparing invoices to submit to Accounting
• Coordinate regularly with the Private Events Manager regarding any client communication
• Assist with the set-up and layout of event space
• Assist with day‑of coordination as needed
• Attend client meetings, site visits, and events as needed
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Phone etiquette

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Flexible scheduling

Independent worker

Job description

Looking for competitive pay, flexible scheduling, a positive team and real room to grow? Rye Street Tavern is hiring an Events Assistant.

Set on the Baltimore Peninsula, Rye Street Tavern is a premier waterfront venue with eight event spaces that host up to 400 guests. In this role, you’ll help create memorable weddings and corporate events across a range of unique settings.

This role is a great fit for hospitality with experience and a love for planning and executing events. You’ll report to the Senior Events Manager.

This is an onsite role. You’ll need to be available for evening and weekend events. You’ll get two days off each week for work-life balance.

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS AN EVENTS ASSISTANT

• Competitive Pay: Earn compensation for your skills and dedication.
• Stable Company: Join a respected, stable organization.
• Flexible Schedule: Part-time, full-time, and on-call shifts available.
• Positive Culture: Embrace courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Excellent Training: Classroom and on-premises training.
• Generous 401k: Immediate participation with competitive match.
• Restaurant Discounts: Enjoy 25% off at all Clyde’s Restaurants for you and 3 guests.
• Meal Discount: Get 50% off your shift meal.
• Top Health Plan: Access medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, and wellness resources, plus reduced rates on various services.
• Support: Benefit from an Employee Assistance Program with legal, emotional, and financial support.
• Wellness Resources: Access digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and annual flu shots.
• Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for rapid advancement.
• Merit Recognition: Rewards for excellence and hard work.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access a discount program with thousands of brands and services.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN AN EVENTS ASSISTANT

• Demonstrated interest in food and events
• Excellent customer service skills and polished phone manner
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Superior organizational skills and attention to detail
• Flexible availability to work mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays as needed

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS AN EVENTS ASSISTANT

• Provide excellent customer service in responding to phone or email inquiries
• Assist with creating and revising event proposals
• Assemble private event packets including layouts, details, and other supporting documents
• Assist with final guest counts
• Submit and monitor vendor orders for required materials and supplies
• Ensure all contracts are approved and confirmed by the client prior to the event
• Verify billing information and assist with preparing invoices to submit to Accounting
• Coordinate regularly with the Private Events Manager regarding any client communication
• Assist with the set-up and layout of event space
• Assist with day‑of coordination as needed
• Attend client meetings, site visits, and events as needed
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned

ABOUT US

Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening October 2026).

We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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Interested in working for Clyde's Restaurant Group?