Private Dining & Events Growth Lead

Paramount Events; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(K) after 1 year of employment

Paid time off and sick leave

Daily meal provided

Free parking

Snack and beverage bar

Job summary

Eden in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood seeks a proactive Private Dining Manager to lead and grow the private dining and events program. You’ll manage client relationships, plan and execute events, and collaborate with culinary and sales teams to deliver outstanding hospitality.

The role is event-driven with evening/weekend flexibility, requiring strong leadership and a passion for memorable guest experiences. Previous private dining or event sales success is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in restaurant management, private dining, or event sales.
• Proficiency with OpenTable, Tripleseat, and Toast POS.
• Illinois Food Handler, BASSET, and Allergens Awareness certifications.

Responsibilities

• Meet and exceed performance expectations for private dining revenue, client satisfaction, and program growth.
• Oversee private dining operations from inquiry to event execution.
• Serve as primary contact for private event clients and cultivate repeat business.
• Drive private dining sales through client outreach and relationship building.
• Collaborate with sales/marketing to increase event bookings and upgrade menus with culinary teams.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication

Hospitality knowledge

Education

Illinois Food Handler

BASSET

Allergens Awareness

Tools

OpenTable

Tripleseat

Toast

Job description

Eden in Chicago's Avondale neighborhood seeks a proactive Private Dining Manager to lead and grow the private dining and events program. You’ll manage client relationships, plan and execute events, and collaborate with culinary and sales teams to deliver outstanding hospitality.

The role is event-driven with evening/weekend flexibility, requiring strong leadership and a passion for memorable guest experiences. Previous private dining or event sales success is preferred.