Private Events Sales Lead (Evenings & Weekends)

Parlor OKC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Parlor OKC is seeking a Private Events Sales Manager to drive on-site private event bookings and collaborate with the General Manager to ensure flawless execution. The role also supports overall guest traffic growth and performs hourly management duties when scheduled.

You will build relationships with hotels, conventions bureaus, chambers of commerce, and corporate partners, while overseeing contracts, events, and post-event follow-up.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's preferred in hospitality, business, marketing, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in event sales, catering sales, or restaurant/hospitality management.
• Must be able to obtain any required Oklahoma ABLE Commission employee license if serving alcohol.
• Must have or be able to get food safety certification (e.g., ServSafe Manager) within 30 days of hire.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Builds a pipeline of private event prospects. Responds to inquiries, networks, and does outreach to customers and referral sources.
• Actively pursues and books buyouts, private events, and parties with special requirements.
• Creates and presents an annual event sales business plan with revenue goals and marketing strategies.
• Manages event contracts from start to finish; negotiates event packages and schedules with the General Manager.
• Serves as main point of contact and face of the Company for private event clients from inquiry through post-event follow-up.
• Keeps accurate records of events, contracts, deposits, payments, and related documents.
• Attends most private events to supervise and ensure guest satisfaction at all stages.
• Directs scheduled restaurant staff in setting up private events and coaches staff during events.

Skills

Sales

Negotiation

Relationship building

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Staff leadership

MS Office / Google Workspace

Social media basics

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor’s in hospitality/business/marketing

Tools

Tripleseat

SevenRooms

OpenTable

Canva

Instagram

Facebook

TikTok

Job description

Parlor OKC is seeking a Private Events Sales Manager to drive on-site private event bookings and collaborate with the General Manager to ensure flawless execution. The role also supports overall guest traffic growth and performs hourly management duties when scheduled.

You will build relationships with hotels, conventions bureaus, chambers of commerce, and corporate partners, while overseeing contracts, events, and post-event follow-up.