Events Manager and Coordinator

The Scotsman Public House; Waynesville (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Scotsman Public House seeks an Events Manager to support the Owner-Operator of a busy restaurant and event space. The role includes handling administrative duties, managing calendars, growing the event business, and serving as on-duty Event Coordinator during events.

This flexible, part-time position (15-30 hours/week) may grow to full-time. The candidate should be self-motivated, highly organized, and capable of coordinating events on evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Events management/coordination experience required.
• Administration experience required.
• Google Docs & Sheets experience required.
• Excel experience required.
• Customer or client service experience required.
• Restaurant experience required.
• POS experience preferred.
• Social media marketing experience preferred.
• Canva familiarity preferred.
• QuickBooks familiarity a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides Administrative Support
• Manages Event Schedules, Client Information, and Payments
• Event Coordinator on duty during events
• Work with Chef to coordinate food for events
• Assist in hiring and scheduling for events
• Schedule and manage event space showings
• Assists with marketing and social media for restaurant and event space
• Assists with inventory and ordering for restaurant and events
• Run Miscellaneous Errands
• Is a spokesperson for the employer when absent
• Makes administrative decisions and takes action in employer’s absence
• Conserves Employer’s time by reading and researching
• Occasionally perform personal duties and errands for the employer

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexible schedule

Time management

Communication (verbal & written)

Client interaction

Self-motivated

Evenings/weekends availability

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Excel

Canva

QuickBooks

POS systems

Tools

Google Docs

Google Sheets

Excel

Canva

QuickBooks

POS

Job description

Are you a highly organized, proactive individual who thrives in a dynamic environment? We’re looking for an Events Manager to support the Owner-Operator of a busy restaurant and event space. This role involves handling administrative duties, managing calendars, assisting in growing the event business, and serving as the on-duty Event Coordinator during events.

This is a flexible position, with most administrative work completed during the week and event oversight required on select evenings and weekends. It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to gain hands‑on experience in business operations while putting their skills to work in a fast‑paced, rewarding industry.

If you are self‑motivated, extremely organized, detail‑oriented, resourceful, problem‑solver and excited about both the hospitality and event industries, we’d love to hear from you!

This is a part‑time position that could become full‑time if desired. 15-30 hours per week. $20/hour

Personal Assistant Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides Administrative Support
• Manages Event Schedules, Client Information, and Payments
• Event Coordinator on duty during events
• Work with Chef to coordinate food for events
• Assist in hiring and scheduling for events
• Schedule and manage event space showings
• Assists with marketing and social media for restaurant and event space
• Assists with inventory and ordering for restaurant and events
• Run Miscellaneous Errands
• Is a spokesperson for the employer when absent
• Makes administrative decisions and takes action in employer’s absence.
• Conserves Employer’s time by reading and researching
• Occasionally perform personal duties and errands for the employer

Personal Assistant Skills List

• Strong Organizational Skills
• Strong Interpersonal Skills
• Proven ability to manage a flexible schedule
• Exemplary planning and time management skills
• Outstanding verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to interact with clients
• Self‑motivated and problem‑solving skills
• Flexible Schedule, including evenings and weekends

Experience Requirements

• Events Management and/or coordination and/or planning (such as weddings, rehearsal dinners, etc) Required
• Administration Experience Required
• Google Docs & Sheets Experience Required
• Excel Experience Required
• Customer or Client Service Experience Required
• Restaurant Experience Required
• POS Experience Preferred
• Social Media Marketing Experience Preferred
• Familiar with Canva Preferred
• Familiar with Quickbooks a Plus