Event Director

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Our client is seeking an experienced Event Director for their upscale restaurant in the suburbs of Chicago. The most qualified candidates will be passionate about event planning and have at least five years of experience in the hospitality vertical in a fine dining establishment.

Event Director Compensation and Benefits:

• Annual salary between $75,000.00 - $82,000.00 depending upon experience
• Excellent and attainable bonus structure
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) program
• Retirement plan

Event Director Requirements:

• At least five years experience in sales and service in the hospitality vertical, with at least two years of sales experience in fine dining
• Leadership experience
• Experience with budget management
• Vendor management experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, including multitasking, time management, and attention to detail
• Ability to handle pressure and make solid decisions

Event Director Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with internal staff, clients, and vendors to establish the requirements for an event, and serve as liaison to senior executives and industry leaders throughout the planning process
• Locate resources, visit sites, and lead pre-event meetings to help staff make decisions about event design
• Plan and facilitate logistics for all events, including contract negotiations, guest lists, venue preparation, presentation materials, security, catering, entertainment, transportation, equipment, decor, and marketing materials
• Oversee client experiences from conception through post-event review; manage on-site preparations, production, and event breakdown; and ensure consistent, high-level service throughout all phases
• Build and maintain a comprehensive database of industry contacts, and vendors
• Troubleshoot any issues that arise on event day

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