Event Manager | Peak Restaurant by Rhubarb LLC

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry.

Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary

As our Event Manager , you will be responsible for managing the operations that drive our high volume, premium events in an unforgettable 3500 square feet space on the 101st floor of Hudson Yards.

In this role, you are responsible for working directly with our internal team as well as the client to ensure that each event’s unique needs are met and we continue to offer an unparalleled experience, from our first guest arrival to last guest departure.

This role will pay an annual salary of $70,000 to $75,000.

For FT roles : Benefits : Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 12 holidays).

This position will remain open until Oct 20, 2024

About the Venue

Peak is a premium restaurant located on the 101st floor of 30 Hudson Yards, in a State-of-the-Art building with panoramic views and situated above Edge, the highest outdoor observation deck in the city.

A luxurious destination with breath-taking views of lower New York City.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining the daily operational needs to ensure successful service based on each event in accordance with the policies and procedures set by the department
• Understanding and maintenance of the facilities in collaboration with the Venue Management Team
• Active participation in captains’ meetings
• Ability to identify and rectify challenges in relationship to the facilities that could hinder the execution of service
• Maintain communication with the Events Team, Edge Team, and the Peak Restaurant FOH team throughout the event
• Open and direct communication with the event producer to ensure all aspects of the evening are executed
• Oversee the setup, service, and breakdown of each event in accordance with the client’s needs and the needs of the Venue
• Management of the Equipment Associate team throughout the setup, service, and break down of the event
• Oversee the organization, cleanliness, and service standards as set forth by the house
• Ensure all guests receive excellent service and hospitality throughout the event
• Work in unison with the Peak FOH team to ensure that guest arrival and departure is easy and clear on our Level 5 lounge
• Manage guest arrival and ensure safe departure of all guests and RHC staff
• Command a proficient understanding of the facilities, DOH and DOB guidelines, as it pertains to the needs of the department
• Report all successes, issues, or areas of improvement to Senior Venue Manager

Qualifications

• 5+ years in operations management
• Flexible schedule based on events needs
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
• Team management and development skills
• Experience creating and maintaining SOPs
• Financial acumen, managing labor, purchasing, vendors, and quality control
• Ability to effectively plan and execute the operational needs of the Venue
30+ days ago