Special Events Manager

Compensation Range $60,000 / year + commission opportunity Hiring – Special Events Manager Hiring Immediately Why Fox Restaurant Concepts? Competitive Pay Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage within 30 days of employment Retirement savings program with company match 50% dining discount at all Fox Restaurant Concept locations Additional discounts at The Cheesecake Factory and North Italia Gym, fitness studio & nutrition discounts offered through Gympass Tuition reimbursement Paid time off FOX RESTAURANT CONCEPTS GROUP DINING - SHARE STORIES AND LAUGHS OVER GREAT FOOD No matter how big or small the milestone, the best things in life are even better with family and friends. Each Fox Restaurant Concepts event space creates a unique feel and experience so that our guests can choose how to celebrate their special moments. With our range of private dining options, you - the Special Events Manager - can plan the perfect gathering, whether that’s a large party, a corporate event, an intimate get-together or even a full restaurant buyout for bigger occasions! We are currently hiring, and you would be the perfect candidate if you can answer “this is so me!” to the following: Has a “yes is the answer what is the question” attitude Easily adapts to change and thrives in a fast pace (and fun) environment Outgoing and personable with excellent verbal and written communication skills Over the years, you’ve developed a pretty heavy rolodex No matter how many goals you’ve achieved, you set your sights on higher ones Keeps calm and closes deals! Believes life is too short, to have boring parties SMERF means more to you than little blue creatures As the Special Events Manager, you will... Manage all incoming leads via Open Table, telephone, email and other channels; assists with managing event software Close deals and assist guests from start to finish with all event planning needs Manage annual sales goals for selected restaurants by booking group events Seek out new sales opportunities and partnerships, initiating action plans and attending networking events to procure new business Build guest loyalty and book repeat business Communicate with the service team all event details; partners with General Manager and Executive Chef to ensure that each event is flawlessly executed against objectives Book small to large events and able to prioritize tasks efficiently Works on-site to build a solid team atmosphere Qualifications Have 3+ years of experience in a high volume events environment Restaurant or similar experience preferred Strong oral and written communication skills Catering/event software experience Able to work flexible, sometimes long hours Excellent customer service Fox Restaurant Concepts, an entity of the Cheesecake Factory, is an Equal Opportunity & E- Verify Employer. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated