About Long Meadow Ranch: Long Meadow Ranch is a family-owned agricultural enterprise producing grapes and wine, olives and olive oil, grass-fed beef and lamb, fruits, vegetables, and eggs in the Napa Valley, Anderson Valley and Marin County. The Long Meadow Ranch operations also include an acclaimed farm-to-table restaurant, a general store and wine tasting bar in the historic Logan-Ives House, an outdoor cafe, a farmer's market, a working garden and a variety of unique event spaces all located at Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch.
About the Opportunity: We have a unique opportunity for a motivated Events Services Manager to join our events team! Events at Long Meadow Ranch include Live Fires, Guest Chefs, Beer and Wine Dinners, weddings, corporate meetings and occasional offsite events. We are searching for an enthusiastic individual who is looking to ensure that all event activities are carried out professionally, to company standards and at the highest level of service. Results, integrity and teamwork are important for success in this position.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate
details of events such as conferences, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries,
rehearsal dinners, charity events, sales meetings, business meetings, employee
events and brand events
- Create
and update organized, detailed and precise banquet event orders according to
company time standards to reflect details regarding menu and beverage selections,
rental equipment, guest counts, change orders and set up/strike
- Prepare
and distribute all banquet event order preparation including instructions for
setup to event staff including sales managers, event operations manager, event
sous chefs and events line staff
- Ensure
deadlines are met for head counts, cut-off dates and deposits
- Manage
rental and other event service expenses according to budget
- Facilitate
and manage all contact with outside vendors as well as receive and supervise
installation and breakdown of rental equipment
- Update
and distribute floor plans and seating arrangements for events and meetings
- Attend
weekly departmental meetings to receive information and distribute reports
- Conduct
site visits for clients to plan details including menus, setup and seating and
manage client correspondence
- Conduct
pre-meeting client walkthroughs to ensure accuracy of all BEO and client needs
- Assist
with administrative responsibilities related to inquiry responses, including
requests for proposals, as well as inquiries via email, phone or in-person
- Work with
the Event Operations Manager to provide leadership for the Events front of
house staff as well as recognize and motivate staff and coach for operational
excellence
- Provide
continuous, constructive feedback and guidance to events front of house staff
- Assist
the Event Operations Manager with the recruitment, selection, training,
scheduling, counseling and discipline of Event front of house staff
- Develop
and maintain systems for efficient process to organize calendars, event orders,
checklists and other event paperwork
- Provide
coverage and support in times of absences of other event team members
- Maintain
cleanliness and organization of the office areas
- Manage
inventory of event equipment including tables, chairs, projectors, and other
materials
- Attend
networking events to increase referrals
- Assist in
other duties as assigned by the Director of Event Sales
Education,
Experience and Required Skills
- Bachelor’s
degree in Hospitality or Hotel Management or closely related discipline.
- At least
2 years of experience in hospitality and event management in the restaurant,
resort, or hotel industry.
- Detail-oriented
work habits and strong organization skills required.
- Excellent
personal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Extensive
knowledge of computers including Google Apps, Microsoft Office and Tripleseat
(or similar event management program)
- Ability
to stay calm under high pressure situations.
- Ability
to quickly solve problems when they happen.
- Ability
to prioritize and handle multiple tasks with minimal supervision.
- Ability
to adhere to company standards for response times and deadlines.
- Must have
a valid CA driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.
- Ability
to lift 50+ lbs.
- A pre-employment background check is required.
Compensation
and Benefits:
- This is a
full-time, salaried position.
- Competitive compensation depending on experience plus benefits including medical/dental insurance, paid vacation and 401(k).
For confidential discussions with WineTalent, please contact amy@winetalent.net.
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