Events & Education Specialist

Events & Education Specialist

The Events & Education Specialist is a food enthusiast who passionately engages guests in Eataly's mission through events and educational offerings. Reports to the Events & Education Manager.

Plans, schedules and executes public and private events including specialized cooking/wine/food knowledge classes, buyouts, press events, tastings and private receptions.

Support the Chef during scheduled classes and events by anticipating their needs and that of the La Scuola guests.

Setup dining area with the proper floorplan, silverware, glassware, and marketing materials based on event format.

Prepare La Scuola workstations with all ingredients and necessary equipment for the class or event for each guest.

Serve meal prepared by Chef during events to each guest accurately noting any dietary accommodations and courses during events, along with pouring beverages.

Clean and sanitize the kitchen area in coordination with Chef to prepare for the next phase of the event, including removing all dirty materials including but not limited to dishes, glassware, silverware, tableware pots, pans and other cooking utensils during classes and events.

Execute side work and closing duties including polishing silverware/glassware, restocking of beverages, aprons, napkins, and anything else needed in La Scuola.

Help with storage organization and other projects or duties, as needed.

Performs other duties as required or assigned + additional kitchen duties include preparing and setup of food stations for events.

Writes and monitors class descriptions; compiles instructor biographies, Banquet Event Orders (BEO's) and sales contracts; creates class registration pages online

Fosters accountability in departments and interdepartmental collaboration when planning events

Builds and manages client lists and relationships

Performs other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Experience in restaurant operations, sales management, marketing or event planning

Excellent organizational, project management and time management skills

Outstanding professional communication skills and editorial skills

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office

Knowledge of Italian wine and food gastronomy

Proficiency in Italian language preferred

Job Requirements

Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings, weekends and holidays

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401K with match

Bonus program

Free family meal daily

Discounts at Eataly

Classes on products and Italian cuisine

Referral bonus program

and more!

Compensation: Pay range is set from $22 - $25 an hour

Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company's policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Eataly's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.