Event Center Manager - REGION.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
About the Job
We are looking for a part-time or full-time event center manager for our venue in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo,CA located at 858 Monterey St. We are now the highest-rated event venue in downtown SLO w/ 22+ total 5-Star reviews after only 1 year open. The event center accompanies our tasting room wherein we partner with 37+ local winery partners.
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We commonly host wedding receptions, small concerts, corporate events, holiday events, baby showers, winemaker dinners and so much more! We are looking for candidates with multiple years of event experience.
Region is changing how you experience wine. We offer an incredibly broad selection of regional wines, available by the taste, glass, or bottle, in a comfortable and approachable environment – at home or at a Region location. Whether you’re out for a drink or want to dive into regional nuances, we’re here to further wine’s mission to bring people together. Region is seeking out people to join our team who share our passion for wine and enthusiasm for San Luis Obispo. We aim to make working with our team an engaging and fulfilling experience. Work directly with 37+ wine brands and their winemakers. Expand your knowledge of the wine industry, while diving deeper into what makes the Sonoma County and San Luis Obispo wine regions so captivating, diverse and unique.
EVENT MANAGER ROLE JOB SUMMARY
OVERSEE / EXECUTE ONSITE & OFFSITE EVENTS
● Manage with a high number of events, ranging from small meetings to rehearsal dinners
● Manage event staffing
● Manage event inquiries
● Accompany the general manager to both onsite and offsite events
● Supporting the general manager with logistical and administrative support
● Assist with creative decisions
● Conduct outreach and bring in large groups for private events
● Attend all onsite event meetings to act as a second point of contact
● Duties at events including, but not limited to, running a meeting prior to the event with all staff present to assign duties, guest list management, and showing guests to tables
● Help with set up and dismantle events efficiently through to completion
● Ensure all branded items for events arrive on time
● Strong attention to detail and high standard of excellence
● Propensity to thrive in fast-paced environment under pressure, while exhibiting a sense of urgency
GUEST EXPERIENCE
● Educate guests on our available wine selection and winery partners
● Be an expert about our wines and winery partners
● Ensure our employees are creating memorable experiences
● Guide guests to wines by accentuating their existing wine preferences while expanding their wine curiosity and knowledge
● Sustain a clean environment for our guests and staff
● Exercise timeliness and superior hospitality
● Prioritizing sanitation and safety standards
● Display excellent verbal communication with all staff, guests & winery partners
● Interact with guests, vendors and team members with a friendly, positive and professional disposition
WINE SALES
● Being an expert in our 50+ wines and provide guidance to guests on selection and details in a fun, casual but informative and professional manner
● Responsible to maintain/succeed monthly sales goals
Region is changing how you experience wine. We offer an incredibly broad selection of regional wines, available by the taste, glass, or bottle, in a comfortable and approachable environment – at home or at a Region location. Whether you’re out for a drink or want to dive into regional nuances, we’re here to further wine’s mission to bring people together.
Region is seeking out people to join our team who share our a passion for wine and enthusiasm for Sonoma and San Luis Obispo Counties. We aim to make working with our team an engaging and fulfilling experience. Work directly with 70+ wine brands and their winemakers. Expand your knowledge of the wine industry, while diving deeper into what makes the Sonoma County and San Luis Obispo wine regions so captivating, diverse and unique. This could be your great introduction into the world of wine or that next integral step in the wine industry.
