Special Event Manager Jobs

The WOW Factor is What Sets Us Apart from the Others!

We are seeking a Special Events Sales Manager that will be responsible for negotiating and selling large parties, off-site catering and special events at the Iconic Carmine's Italian Restaurant in Penn Quarter, Washington DC.

The ideal candidate is a result driven individual with experience in sales and will enjoy work with the Front of House Management team to ensure the team members will provide excellent guest service and a memorable dining experience. This is a base salary plus Commission opportunity!

Your Role with Us:

• Handle guests’ inquiries regarding credit, delivery, product information and other questions as they arise.
• Perform off site visits to clients in order to develop and maintain relationships.
• Collaborates with the operations team to ensure highest level of service to our special events parties
• Performs outside and marketing sales calls to sell and prospect repeat and new group catering/sales business as directed by the Director of Special Events.
• Responsible for selling, negotiating, and finalizing pricing for event that is within the agreed upon guidelines; coordinate events and ensure superb event execution from beginning to end.
• Work closely with the Director of Special Events to determine yearly budget and sales goals
• Contacts both FOH and BOH daily (written and verbal) to discuss group specifications, arrival, departure, function services, etc.
• Be a brand ambassador, consistently exposing future guests to our restaurants and building relationships with potential guests.
• Generate new business.
• Works closely with both the Front of House Managers and Executive Chef to coordinate the events.
• Maintains accurate reports and follows up in a timely manner with internal and external requests.

We are Looking for Candidates:

• With open flexibility to work various shifts.
• Who are energetic, competitive, hardworking, and persistent individuals who brings a strong work ethic and a good sense of responsibility!
• With 2-4 years of in sales environment in a fast-paced and high-volume environment ideally in Banquets/Weddings/large Corporate events.
• Who have a proven history of guest service success that clearly showcases and understanding of both guest and sales growth.
• Who will have an easy time acquiring the knowledge of all the items the restaurant and bar have to offer (food, beverages, specials) and its components (décor, room specifications, equipment).
• Who are fluent in English

The Perks:

• Supportive Team Environment
• Carmine's & Virgil's Dining Card
• Paid Time Off
• Medical & Dental Coverage
• Free delicious employee meals
• Exciting Career Paths
• Employee discount in all our restaurants
• Competitive Base salary+ plus weekly commission pay

*We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!