Events Manager - Rooftop Sales and Bar Operations

Midas Hospitality; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Midas Hospitality is seeking an Events Manager to oversee private events and daily operations for their rooftop bar at the Element Hotel. The ideal candidate will excel in sales and service execution, driving event revenue while managing a vibrant guest experience. This role combines client-facing duties and hands-on leadership, making it perfect for a charismatic hospitality professional.

Benefits

Growth and development tools

Robust PTO policies

Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage

401k matching

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted products and services

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of bar/event/hospitality management experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success in hospitality sales and private event coordination.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Lead private event sales and daily bar operations.
• Oversee staff management and service operations.
• Collaborate with Director of Sales to integrate offerings into proposals.

Skills

Leadership

Sales

Organization

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

POS Systems

Inventory Management Systems

CRM Systems

Job description

Events Manager - Rooftop Sales and Bar Operations

Midas Hospitality is recognized as one of the Top 100 U.S. Employers in 2021 (by MogulRecruiter). Ranking #30 for talent, #13 for diversity, #33 for best in minorities, #16 for blacks and #11 for women.

Start Your Journey with Midas Hospitality:

Midas Hospitality is seeking a results-driven Events Manager to lead both our rooftop bar's private event sales and its daily operations at the Element Hotel. This is a unique opportunity for a hospitality professional who thrives in both client-facing sales and hands-on leadership. The ideal candidate will not only drive event bookings and partnerships but also ensure flawless execution of service, staffing, and bar performance.

You will act as the key point of contact for private events while simultaneously overseeing the Upbar guest experience, staff management, and service operations. This hybrid position is perfect for a motivated, organized, and charismatic leader ready to grow one of the most iconic rooftop venues in the city.

What You Will Be Doing:

Sales & Events

• Prospect and grow bar revenue by targeting local businesses, tourism partners, social groups, and event planners
• Conduct site visits, outreach campaigns, and cold calls to book group reservations, private events, and large-party experiences
• Build and maintain relationships with key local corporate and hospitality accounts through excellent follow-up and service
• Collaborate with the Director of Sales to integrate Upbar offerings into hotel packages and group proposals
• Attend networking events and industry mixers to promote Upbar and capture new leads
• Develop and maintain sales reports, track KPIs, and contribute to quarterly sales planning
• Work with Marketing to execute promotions and advertising aligned with sales goals

Bar Operations

• Oversee daily rooftop bar operations, ensuring service excellence, team leadership, and a vibrant atmosphere
• Uphold SOPs, brand standards, and compliance with health, safety, and liquor laws
• Manage inventory, vendor orders, beverage cost controls, and back-end systems
• Hire, train, and manage bar staff, fostering a service-first and team-oriented culture
• Ensure consistency in drink execution and light food offerings
• Maintain POS system updates, pricing, and end-of-day reporting
• Coordinate with hotel departments for seamless guest experience and operational support
• Lead or support the execution of in-bar activations and seasonal events

The Ideal Candidate:

• 3-5 years of bar/event/hospitality management experience (rooftop or lifestyle venues preferred)
• Demonstrated success in hospitality sales and private event coordination
• Excellent leadership, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with POS, inventory, and CRM or event sales systems
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays based on event demand
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and solution-driven mindset

About Us:

From humble beginnings in 2006 to an enterprise being driven by more than 1,000 people today, Midas Hospitality has never lost sight of our #1 priority - people. Currently, Midas Hospitality operates 40+ hotels in 14 states with a focus on select-service and extended-stay properties for leading brands such as Marriott, Hilton and IHG. At Midas Hospitality, we make room for people's dreams. That means building a company where people love to work, our financial partners love the results and everyone loves the experience.

As a people-first organization, we offer opportunities to grow and benefits to flourish for anyone with a desire to serve others and a tremendous work ethic. We aim to competitively compensate our associates and reward their contributions.

Please visit our website for more information: www.midashospitality.com

We offer a range of benefits including, but not limited to:

• Growth and development tools and access to learning
• Robust PTO policies
• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• 401k matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted products and services

Midas Hospitality is proud to be a drug free workplace and equal opportunity employer.