Events & Operations Manager

SkyBridge Luxury & Associates; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyBridge Luxury & Associates is seeking an Events Manager to lead planning, coordination and execution of corporate meetings, executive functions, receptions and special events.

The role requires hands-on organization, polished communication and the ability to manage multiple events in a fast-paced, luxury hospitality environment, including interaction with senior executives and high-profile guests.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in events, catering, corporate hospitality or related hospitality.
• Strong understanding of event operations and F&B service.
• Experience in corporate dining or luxury hospitality preferred.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Polished communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to service.
• Comfort interacting with senior executives and high-profile guests.
• Flexible, solutions-oriented in fast-paced environments.
• Proficient with event management and Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to work odd hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal corporate events, executive meetings, conferences, receptions, and special events.
• Serve as primary contact for internal stakeholders throughout planning.
• Coordinate food and beverage requirements: menus, service style, timing, room setup.
• Partner with culinary, catering and service teams for seamless execution.
• Develop event orders, timelines and operational requirements.
• Oversee event setup, service and breakdown, ensuring standards.
• Anticipate client and guest needs and address changes proactively.
• Manage multiple events simultaneously with accuracy and calm.
• Coordinate with facilities, security, AV and other departments.
• Maintain event documentation and billing records.
• Ensure events comply with policies, food safety and standards.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and be a trusted resource.
• Support broader food and beverage operation and contribute to team culture.

Skills

Events planning

Catering knowledge

Hospitality experience

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Client relationship

Executive hospitality

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Event software

Flexible hours

Food safety awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Events Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination and execution of corporate meetings, executive functions, receptions and special events. This individual serves as a key liaison between internal clients, culinary and service teams, ensuring that every event is executed seamlessly and to a consistently high standard.

This is a hands-on operational role requiring exceptional organization, polished communication and the ability to manage multiple events and priorities within a fast-paced corporate environment. The ideal candidate brings strong catering and event experience, a hospitality mindset and the discretion and professionalism required when supporting senior executives and high-profile guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning and execution of internal corporate events, executive meetings, conferences, receptions, client functions and special events.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal stakeholders throughout the event planning and execution process.
• Coordinate all food and beverage requirements including menus, service style, timing, room setup and special requests.
• Partner closely with culinary, catering and service teams to ensure seamless event execution.
• Develop and communicate detailed event orders, timelines and operational requirements.
• Oversee event setup, service and breakdown, ensuring presentation and service standards are consistently maintained.
• Anticipate client and guest needs and proactively address changes or challenges before and during events.
• Manage multiple events simultaneously while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail and a calm, solutions-oriented approach.
• Coordinate with building operations, facilities, security, audiovisual and other internal departments as required.
• Maintain accurate event documentation, billing information and administrative records.
• Ensure all events comply with company policies, food safety requirements and established operational standards.
• Build strong working relationships with stakeholders and become a trusted resource for their meeting and event needs.
• Support the broader food and beverage operation as needed and contribute to a collaborative, service-driven team culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in events, catering, corporate hospitality, hotels, restaurants or a related hospitality environment.
• Strong understanding of event operations and food and beverage service.
• Experience in corporate dining, executive dining, luxury hospitality or high-end catering is highly desirable.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple events and competing priorities.
• Highly polished communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to service excellence.
• Comfortable interacting with senior executives, corporate clients and high-profile guests.
• Ability to remain composed, flexible and solutions-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with standard event management, scheduling and Microsoft Office applications.
• Flexibility to work schedules dictated by event needs, including occasional early mornings or evenings.