Job Description

Eurest

Salary: $100,000 - $120,000 /year

Pay Grade:15

Other Forms of Compensation:

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations?Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

The General Manager of Events is responsible for managing events for Eventions on the Puget Sound campus, while leading the event planning team to provide the highest level of service to Microsoft clients. This role requires experience in Catering Sales, Event/Facility Management, and a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of event planning. The ideal candidate will possess strong strategic thinking, business and time management skills, and the initiative to evaluate issues and take appropriate action. Excellent communication, team leadership, and multitasking abilities are essential.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
The General Manager of Events is responsible for managing & leading the events department managers along with indirect supervision of the planning associates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops departmental operating budgets within set parameters
• Develops & communicates all department processes & procedures to ensure high event management service levels
• Develops, oversees & reports on department budget, including utilization metrics
• Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates and supervises functions and activities of the department.
• Collaborates with key stakeholders to establish, execute & present quarterly account performance indicators (KPI’s)
• Develop strategy to continue growth of Eventions production business
• Identifies critical issues & manages escalations from senior management & client to ensure concerns are resolved to client & management satisfaction
• Establishes and implements policies and procedures for departmental operations
• Performs all talent management functions for department, including establishing goals, monitoring & tracking performance, overseeing & evaluating training, performance evaluations & managing performance deficiencies
• Coordinates all space management changes with facility vendors, support teams & Microsoft clients
• Develops, communicates, implements, monitors and adjusts department strategy
• Remains well versed of industry standards & trends, integrating them where appropriate
• Demonstrates good communication skills with clients and other lines of business.
• Ensures proper staffing is in place for team.
• Maintains all safety requirements for staff members.
• Create an environment of innovations and continuous improvement
• Maintain high staff morale for all staff members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• BA in business, hospitality management or similar field, or Associates Degree and equivalent work experience
• Minimum 5 years as a manager of managers (e.g., Director or General Manager), with financial accountability & working with multiple teams (i.e. Finance, Marketing, Projects, etc.).
• Minimum of 7 years hospitality industry experience
• Experience in leading large, multi-faceted teams required.
• Ability to analyze customer needs & requests, think both strategically and tactically, business & time management skills, as well as the initiative & judgment to quickly evaluate issues, find alternatives & take appropriate courses of action.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage stressful situations in a calm, courteous, and efficient manner
• Client Relations and customer service oriented
• Team leadership Abilities; Staffing Recruiting, Development and Relations
• Strong interpersonal skills, problem solving, financial, and analytical skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools
• Background and experience with Event Management tools (preferably USI)

• BA in business, hospitality management or similar field, or Associates Degree and equivalent work experience
• Minimum 5 years as a manager of managers (e.g., Director or General Manager), with financial accountability & working with multiple teams (i.e. Finance, Marketing, Projects, etc.).
• Minimum of 7 years hospitality industry experience
• Experience in leading large, multi-faceted teams required.
• Ability to analyze customer needs & requests, think both strategically and tactically, business & time management skills, as well as the initiative & judgment to quickly evaluate issues, find alternatives & take appropriate courses of action.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage stressful situations in a calm, courteous, and efficient manner
• Client Relations and customer service oriented
• Team leadership Abilities; Staffing Recruiting, Development and Relations
• Strong interpersonal skills, problem solving, financial, and analytical skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools
• Background and experience with Event Management tools (preferably USI)

Apply to Eurest today!

Eurest is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

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