Events Sales Manager

Ten Five Hospitality Concept; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Ten Five Hospitality Concept is expanding its Events Team and seeking an experienced Event Sales Manager to support the Director of Events. You will guide events from inquiry to execution, ensuring high service quality and client satisfaction in a luxury dining setting.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in fine dining service and a passion for delivering exceptional hospitality, with the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in planning or managing events, preferably in hospitality.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple vendors and venues.

Responsibilities

• Make first contact with inquiries and convert leads.
• Meet with clients to understand goals, budget and preferences.
• Serve as main liaison between vendors and clients.
• Manage event setup and breakdown.
• Oversee event operations as needed.
• Confirm all vendors and performers in a timely manner.
• Conduct post-event evaluation to gather feedback and improve.
• Maintain awareness of space availability for future bookings.
• Create BEO sheets for various events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Client liaison

Event coordination

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Tools

TripleSeat

SevenRooms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Washington DC - Washington DC, DC 20007, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $65,000.00 Salary, Job Category: Sales, About Us

Ten Five Hospitality is a growing collective of restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues known for concept-driven experiences and standout hospitality. Headquartered between Los Angeles and Miami, Ten Five holds a history of working with and crafting some of the most sought-after brands in the world. Ten Five represents the organizational, operational and creative excellence to bring original and authentic visions to life while outperforming the market on the bottom-line.

Ten Five Hospitality is excited to announce the launch of its new restaurant and lounge concept in Georgetown, The Oak Room. We are actively expanding our dynamic Events Team! This is a great opportunity to help shape the private dining and special events program for a premier hospitality group. We are searching for experienced, driven professional Event Managers to join our fast-growing Events team, dedicated to setting a new standard for luxury dining as we create an elevated dining experience. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in fine dining service & a passion for delivering exceptional hospitality.

Position Summary

The Event Sales Manager’s primary responsibility is to support the Director of Events. The Event Sales Manager is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of an event from booking to execution run smoothly and successfully.

Daily Responsibilities

• Make first contact with inquiries and convert leads.
• Meet with clients under the direction of the Director of Events to understand goals and expectations for each event, as well as preferences and budget.
• Be the main liaison between all vendors and clients.
• Manage event setup and breakdown.
• Assist in overseeing event operations when necessary.
• Confirm all vendors, performers, speakers, and any other third parties in a timely manner.
• Conduct post-event evaluation to gather feedback and analyze successes and opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain constant awareness of space availability for future bookings.
• Conduct site visits when needed for potential clients.
• Create BEO sheets for all parties, semi-private events, and private events.
• Always demonstrate a pleasant and welcoming demeanor to guests, vendors, and potential clients.
• All other duties assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to stand, walk, lift, and bend for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Role may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motions.
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.

Skills/Experience

• Previous experience in special events preferred.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with tripleSeat and SevenRooms preferred.
• Proficient in the Microsoft suite of tools, including Word and Excel.
• Must be detail oriented and extremely organized.
• Must have valid, non-expired Food Handlers’ card.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

We are an equal opportunity employer.