Events Manager

Clyde's Restaurant Group; Broadlands (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Dining discounts

Job summary

Clyde's Willow Creek Farm, part of Clyde’s Restaurant Group, is seeking an Events Manager to lead high-volume weddings and private events at our historic venue. This onsite role reports to the General Manager and collaborates with the corporate events sales team, with a base salary of $75,000–$85,000 per year plus quarterly and sales bonus potential.

The ideal candidate has events experience at venues such as hotels or catering firms, is flexible for evenings and weekends, and can deliver

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience executing events - required.
• Restaurant experience is preferred but not required.
• A flexible schedule with the ability to work some weekends and evenings.
• A commitment to ensuring superior customer service.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, strong decision-making ability, sense of urgency, empathy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems, build long-lasting relationships, and creating positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Execute events from contract being signed.
• Provide excellent customer service in responding to phone or email inquiries.
• Assist with creating and revising event proposals & BEOs.
• 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.
• 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

Job description

Description

Base Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 / year based on experience + Quarterly & Sales Bonus Potential

Clyde's Willow Creek Farm, part of Clyde’s Restaurant Group is hiring an Events Manager.

Set in a beautifully restored 18th-century farm, our venue offers a charming and historic setting for dining and special occasions, and eight unique event spaces with a capacity of up to 750 guests. As an eight-time recipient of the WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award, we take pride in creating unforgettable experiences. Reports to the General Manager and partners with the corporate events sales team.

The ideal candidate should have events and wedding experience at high-volume venues such as hotels, conference venues, restaurants, or catering companies.

This onsite position requires availability for evening and weekend events, with a flexible scheduling policy that provides two days off each week to support work-life balance.

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS AN EVENTS MANAGER

• Reputable Company: Strong stability and performance.
• Positive Culture: Courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Retirement Plans: 100% company-funded pension (vesting after 1 year) and immediate 401k participation.
• Bonuses: Quarterly eligibility.
• Flexible Schedule: 5-day work week.
• Career Growth: Rapid advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive Health Plan: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, telemedicine, wellness coach, and reduced rates on wellness services.
• Insurance: Hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes sick pay, medical/family leave (up to 8 weeks), special leaves (jury duty, voting, school activities for DC).
• Therapy Resources: Access to free behavioral and digital cognitive behavioral therapy.
• Dining Discounts: Half-price off-duty dining and complimentary shift meals.
• Convenient Parking: Available parking benefits.
• Employee Assistance: Legal, emotional, financial, and work/life balance support.
• Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
• Training & Education: Best-in-class training program and tuition reimbursement.
• Flu Shots & Discounts: Annual flu shots and access to thousands of exclusive brand discounts.
• Charity Matching: Up to $4,000 yearly.

What We Look For In An Events Manager

• 2+ years of experience executing events - required.
• Restaurant experience is preferred but not required.
• A flexible schedule with the ability to work some weekends and evenings.
• A commitment to ensuring superior customer service.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, strong decision-making ability, sense of urgency, empathy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems, build long-lasting relationships, and creating positive outcomes.

What You Will Do As An Events Manager

• Execute events from contract being signed.
• Provide excellent customer service in responding to phone or email inquiries.
• Assist with creating and revising event proposals & BEOs.
• 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.
• 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 Fall 2026).

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

Clyde’s Restaurant Group participates in E-Verify. We use the federal E-Verify system to confirm that new hires are authorized to work in the United States.