Director of Events

Job Summary

Ignite your passion for creating unforgettable experiences as a Director of Events. In this dynamic leadership role, you’ll oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of a diverse range of events that elevate the brand and create meaningful moments. Along the way, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with some of the most talented culinary professionals in the city, bringing an added layer of creativity and excellence to every experience.

Your energetic approach will inspire teams, partner seamlessly with vendors, and ensure every detail aligns with a high standard of execution. From intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations, you’ll lead the success of each event while managing budgets, timelines, and expectations with confidence and precision. If you’re driven by innovation, hospitality, and creating moments that leave a lasting impression, this is your chance to make an impact.

Duties

• Private Dining & Event Sales — Manage inquiries, conduct venue tours, and convert leads into booked events for private dining rooms, buyouts, and off-site catering.
• Menu Coordination — Work with the executive chef to develop custom menus, accommodate dietary restrictions, and price event packages appropriately.
• Catering Logistics — Oversee food and beverage execution for events, ensuring timing, quality, and presentation meet the restaurant's standards.
• Contract & Deposit Management — Prepare event agreements, collect deposits, and manage final billing and gratuity.
• Front-of-House Staffing — Schedule and brief servers, bartenders, and event support staff specific to each event's needs.
• Vendor Partnerships — Coordinate with florists, DJs, photographers, and rental companies that clients bring in or that the restaurant recommends.
• Setup & Breakdown Oversight — Manage room flips, décor installation, table configurations, and post-event cleanup without disrupting regular service.
• Client Communication — Serve as the main point of contact from initial inquiry through post-event follow-up and review collection.
• Revenue Tracking — Monitor event revenue against targets, upsell add-ons (like premium bars or specialty courses), and report performance to ownership.

Requirements

• Proven experience in event management or hospitality roles with a focus on large-scale event planning.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable contracts and vendor agreements.
• Excellent marketing acumen to develop compelling promotional campaigns that drive attendance.
• Demonstrated ability in budgeting, cost management, and upselling strategies to enhance revenue streams.
• Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Outstanding communication skills for effective collaboration with teams, clients, vendors, and guests.
• Experience in banquet operations or restaurant/hotel settings is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of event marketing tools, contracts management, catering coordination, and guest services standards.
• Ability to manage time efficiently under tight deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude in fast-paced environments. Join us as a visionary leader dedicated to crafting memorable events!

Salary:

Starting at $60,000-70,000 base + commission

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Ability to Commute:

• Phoenix, AZ 85018 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Bacanora is an award-winning, high-concept Mexican restaurant in downtown Phoenix that serves as chef-owner René Andrade’s personal love letter to his home state of Sonora, Mexico.