The Fives – Event Manager

Together & Company; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Together & Company seeks a dedicated Event Manager to execute events seamlessly, ensuring guest satisfaction and client communication. Ideal candidates are proactive problem solvers with experience in hospitality. Responsibilities include managing timelines, conducting rehearsals, and liaising with various teams for successful event execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in events or hospitality industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for long hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage event timeline and coordinate communication with clients and vendors.
• Conduct venue walkthroughs and ceremony rehearsals.
• Ensure client satisfaction throughout the event.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem Solving

Proactivity

Decision Making

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Degree or coursework in hospitality

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Fives Event Manager is responsible for the day-of event execution, ensuring every detail runs smoothly and every guest feels cared for. This person acts as the main point of contact for clients during their event and collaborates closely with our culinary, operations, and events teams to bring the client’s vision to life.

Description

Are you passionate about hospitality and creating meaningful, wholehearted experiences that bring people together? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, love helping people, and have a curiosity for the events industry? If so, you might be the perfect fit for the Event Manager role at The Fives.

The Fives Event Manager is responsible for the day-of event execution, ensuring every detail runs smoothly and every guest feels cared for. This person acts as the main point of contact for clients during their event and collaborates closely with our culinary, operations, and events teams to bring the client’s vision to life.

The Fives Event Manager is customer-focused, a clear communicator, highly organized, and a creative problem solver. They think on their feet, remain calm under pressure, and jump in wherever is needed with a positive, “let’s make it happen” attitude with everything they do.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Quick Decision Maker: You stay calm under pressure, trust your instincts, and focus on what matters most to make smart, timely decisions that benefit clients and guests.
• Anticipates Needs: You’re proactive, observant, and empathetic. You’re always a step ahead to ensure smooth events and strong support for clients and your team.
• Resourceful: You act with purpose and urgency, adapt quickly, solve problems creatively, and tap into your network to find effective solutions.

The Fives Event Manager must be passionate about our company and lead with a true hospitality heart. They will demonstrate our core values of Do What it Takes, Love What You Do, Have Fun Doing It, Leave it Better Than You Found it, and All for One, One for All.

This is a part-time position.

Responsibilities

The Primary job of The Fives Event Manager includes but is not limited to:

• Schedule and conduct the final venue walkthrough with clients
• Schedule and conduct ceremony rehearsals
• Serve as a liaison between The Fives, clients, guests, staff, and vendors
• Manage event timeline during events and communicate with event team supervisors regarding any changes or shifts
• Collaborate with all departments to ensure overall event success
• Coordinate and communicate expectations with vendors before event
• Schedule and host weekly open tour times
• Attend department-specific Level 10 meetings
• Maintain client satisfaction throughout the event
• Prepare event manager packets and expo sheets
• Program bar tablets and prepare cash banks as needed
• Create and print custom menu cards
• Cross-train at all our venues and work event manager shifts as needed

Required:

• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in events or hospitality industry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and kneel, stoop or stand for 8-12 hours
• Superior verbal and written communication skills
• Insurable driving record

Preferred:

• Degree or coursework in hospitality
• ServSafe Certified
• Familiarity with CaterEase or similar event software

Does this sound like you?

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