Event Manager - AVA Coconut Grove

Job Description

Job Description

RDG Overview :

RDG introduces its first restaurant-concept brand, MILA, which offers guests a culinary journey through exquisite MediterrAsian cuisine, opened in January 2020 in Miami Beach. Combining genuine hospitality, fine dining, and a sophisticated nightlife atmosphere, MILA has quickly become a premier destination within Miami's upscale social scene.

At RDG, we are a collective of individuals dedicated to excellence and the art of sensory engagement. We embrace the rhythms of life and are motivated by the thrill of adventure. Our core principles focus on providing customers with immersive experiences, organic design, and a refined culinary journey.

DREAM IT

MILA has exceeded expectations in its initial two years, achieving remarkable success despite pandemic-related challenges and securing the #5 spot in The Restaurant Business Top 100 ranking. Building on this success, RDG has expanded into new concepts, including AVA MediterrAegean in Winter Park, Florida, CASA NEOS on the Miami River, Claudie (opened Feb 2025), and MM, a Membership Community. Upcoming projects include AVA’s second location in Coconut Grove and Casa Neos Lounge (Fall 2025), Noora and HONŌ Japanese Steakhouse (Spring 2026).

BUILD IT

RDG's distinguished brand portfolio and exclusive membership program aim to create a network of venues and experiences that offer a unique lifestyle to guests and members in Florida. Our goal is to establish RDG as a leader in the luxury restaurant industry in the United States.

GROW IT

RDG has demonstrated rapid growth and is poised for significant economic expansion globally. We are actively exploring national markets such as New York City, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas, and international markets including Paris, London, Dubai, and Mexico City for potential expansion opportunities.

Summary :

The duties and responsibilities of an Event Manager center around planning and managing events of various sizes and purposes. The events manager must fully understand what it takes to execute the event seamlessly and successfully. They must carry out and manage all of the logistics of the event.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Managing events and addressing potential problems that may arise
• Be proactive and plan for potential scenarios that could impact the integrity of the event
• Maintaining a working knowledge of the complex needs of a wide variety of events
• Manage all aspects of an event from pre-planning, determining resource needs and post event follow up
• Order supplies needed for events and ensure items arrive in a timely fashion
• Assist onsite and with vendor selection, negotiating the best possible rates and terms
• Supervise staff at events, assign duties, and provide general direction
• Conduct post-event data and strategic analysis to inform future events
• Plan and execute pre-event marketing
• Manage relationships and build rapport with guests
• Create a run of show

Requirements / Qualifications :