Experiential Events & Education Coordinator

Eataly; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401K with match

Free family meal daily

Discounts at Eataly

Referral bonus program

and more!

Job summary

Eataly is hiring an Events & Education Specialist in Los Angeles to plan and execute public and private events, including cooking/wine/food knowledge classes, tastings and private receptions. You will support the Chef during classes and ensure smooth operations from setup to service.

This onsite role requires evenings, weekends, and holidays; strong organizational and communication skills are essential. Full benefits include medical/dental/vision, PTO, 401K with match, staff meals, and discounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Experience in restaurant operations, sales management, marketing or event planning
• Excellent organizational, project management and time management skills
• Outstanding professional communication skills and editorial skills
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Italian wine and food gastronomy
• Proficiency in Italian language preferred

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules and executes public and private events including specialized cooking/wine/food knowledge classes, buyouts, press events, tastings and private receptions
• Support the Chef during scheduled classes and events by anticipating their needs and that of the La Scuola guests.
• Setup dining area with the proper floorplan, silverware, glassware, and marketing materials based on event format.
• Prepare La Scuola workstations with all ingredients and necessary equipment for the class or event for each guest.
• Serve meal prepared by Chef during events to each guest accurately noting any dietary accommodations and courses during events, along with pouring beverages.
• Clean and sanitize the kitchen area in coordination with Chef to prepare for the next phase of the event, including removing all dirty materials including but not limited to dishes, glassware, silverware, tableware pots, pans and other cooking utensils during classes and events.
• Execute side work and closing duties including polishing silverware/glassware, restocking of beverages, aprons, napkins, and anything else needed in La Scuola.
• Help with storage organization and other projects or duties, as needed.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned + additional kitchen duties include preparing and setup of food stations for events.
• Writes and monitors class descriptions; compiles instructor biographies, Banquet Event Orders (BEO’s) and sales contracts; creates class registration pages online
• Fosters accountability in departments and interdepartmental collaboration when planning events
• Builds and manages client lists and relationships
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Time management

Communication skills

Editorial skills

Microsoft Office experience

Knowledge of Italian wine & gastronomy

Italian language (optional)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Eataly is hiring an Events & Education Specialist in Los Angeles to plan and execute public and private events, including cooking/wine/food knowledge classes, tastings and private receptions. You will support the Chef during classes and ensure smooth operations from setup to service.

This onsite role requires evenings, weekends, and holidays; strong organizational and communication skills are essential. Full benefits include medical/dental/vision, PTO, 401K with match, staff meals, and discounts