Events & Executive Dining Manager

About Working at Commerce
Wouldn't it be great to build your career at a bank that's known for helping people with their financial challenges? That's exactly what you'd be doing when you join the team at Commerce Bank. We're looking for teammates who are ready to do whatever it takes to help our customers with their everyday financial needs. You'd be helping yourself too, because Commerce has a tradition of recognizing and rewarding team members for their talent, skills and contributions.
No wonder we've been an industry leader for over 155 years and have developed a reputation as a great place to work in the financial services world. If you'd like to be a part of a team and culture that is respected by its peers and in your community, we should talk. We're always looking for the best and brightest.
About This Job
The main purpose of this job is to plan and manage events of various sizes and purposes with extreme attention to details and ensure every customer interaction reflects well on the Commerce brand.
Essential Functions

• Organize and coordinate VIP client events at various locations such as: Plaza Art Fair, American Royal Barbeque, Box Gallery openings, etc. As well as internal events for Directors and Officers that may happen on and off site.
• Interface with vendors and internal customers to facilitate meetings and events
• Coordinate catering, room set up, seating and seating assignments, event details, logistic information, audio visual, parking, decorations, and hosts for all events both internal and external.
• Create, edit, and organize all invitations and automated reservations and responses for internal and external events. Work with our internal sales team to organize invitation lists on Insight 360 CRM.
• Manager third party relationships with food service providers and kitchen personnel
• Provide direction and coordination of staff working in the Executive Dining Room
• Compile complex information for inclusion in reports or presentation materials
• Manage and maintain accounts and internal databases containing confidential information and analyze complex information requests
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Ability to compose and prepare routine, complex, and highly confidential correspondence
• Advanced technology skills of standard office management equipment, systems, and procedures
• Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Inquisitive, agile, and strong team player with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values
• Advanced level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• 5+ years of event planning and/or catering experience required

Location: 1000 Walnut St, Kansas City, Missouri 64106
Time Type:
Full time