Senior Private Event Sales Manager | Flexible Schedule

Crewny; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time Away From Work

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Paid Safe and Sick Leave

401(k) Plan

Employee Discount

Job summary

The Yacht Club in New York is seeking an experienced Senior Event Sales Manager to drive private event revenue and act as the single point of contact between The Yacht Club and Level Ten. You will manage the full sales cycle, from leads to contracts, and coordinate with venue operations to ensure flawless execution.

As the primary client-facing representative, you will sell the Crew experience, maintain accurate records, and build a strong event pipeline for the venue.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in high-end event sales and events planning, banquet or hotel experience a plus.
• Experience with banquets and high-volume catering operations strongly preferred
• Available for a flexible schedule with regular weekend availability based on needs of the event calendar
• Strong understanding of both front of house and back of house restaurant operations
• Able to multitask and prioritize in a demanding environment
• Exhibit professionalism and etiquette across all forms of communication
• Tech savvy with knowledge of SevenRooms, Toast, and Google Suite a plus
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Proficient in Google Suite; previous experience with Resy and Toast a plus
• Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods of time as required to perform essential job functions
• Able to lift 30+ lbs.
• Willing to help other coworkers
• Willingness to work in outdoor climate conditions

Responsibilities

• Own the full private event sales cycle for The Yacht Club from initial inquiry through signed contract.
• Generate new client relationships and cultivate existing ones to build a sustainable event pipeline.
• Serve as the venue’s primary client-facing representative for private events booked directly through The Yacht Club.
• Vet and follow through on all inquiries, maintaining accurate records in the events and reservation platforms.
• Coordinate event-specific details — menu selections within established offerings, guest counts, timing, and space.
• Coordinate event-specific logistics including client insurance/COI requirements, transportation, permitting, and equipment needs.
• Hand off confirmed events to The Yacht Club operations team for execution, ensuring all details are delivered.
• Reports to the Director of Event Sales and coordinates with venue leadership to meet revenue targets.

Skills

Event sales

Hospitality knowledge

Client relationships

Google Suite

Tools

SevenRooms

Toast

Resy

Job description

The Yacht Club in New York is seeking an experienced Senior Event Sales Manager to drive private event revenue and act as the single point of contact between The Yacht Club and Level Ten. You will manage the full sales cycle, from leads to contracts, and coordinate with venue operations to ensure flawless execution.

As the primary client-facing representative, you will sell the Crew experience, maintain accurate records, and build a strong event pipeline for the venue.