Gerber Group: Events Manager

Gerber Group is looking for an EVENTS MANAGER to join our team!
Hospitality industry leader, Gerber Group, encompasses iconic venues under such brands as Irvington, Kingside, The Roof, Mr. Purple, The Campbell Bar, and Taco Electrico in NYC and TWA in Queens.

This position is perfect for a highly creative and committed individual with exceptional attention to detail, resilience, and ability to get the job done no matter what. We are looking for a driven, high energy, proactive, positive team player who is passionate about all thing’s events!

Responsibilities…
• Develop and manage all timelines, budgets, communication, and overall project management for events ranging from small in-house activities of 10 people to large-scale productions for groups of 400+.
• Execute events from concept to completion including creative conceptualization, strategy, management, and oversight of every detail of the event management life cycle.
• Clearly communicate event scope, schedules, deliverable dates and project status
• Participate in project meetings and brainstorming sessions and facilitate as needed
• Build and maintain effective client relationships, ensuring that all client’s needs are heard, understood, and addressed in a timely manner and clearly articulated to the internal team
• Interface with outside professionals hired for assigned projects including event companies, caterers, production companies, venue management teams, etc.
• Negotiate contracts and evaluate options with a variety of vendors and arrange for all related event services- floral, A/V, F&B, signage, entertainment, etc.
• Monitor event platforms regularly to ensure event selections are up-to-date and accurate
• Work closely with Accounting to reconcile billing following each event
• Develop and monitor event budgets to ensure revenue and expenses are kept within established boundaries
• Cross promote Gerber Group venues
• Develop a working knowledge of the technology and tools used in the department, take ownership of and have a thorough understanding of- Sevenrooms, Venuebook, Avero

We want to hear from you if…
• 1-2 years of sales/events experience
• You bring good vibes
• Proven ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and negotiation
• Ability to handle confidential information with tact and discretion
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional English communication skills, written and spoken. Spanish a plus!
• Ability to work long hours and weekends as needed
• You are looking to join not just a team but a family
• You derive pleasure from providing hospitality

Gerber Group is looking for an EVENTS MANAGER to join our team!
Hospitality industry leader, Gerber Group, encompasses iconic venues under such brands as Irvington, Kingside, The Roof, Mr. Purple, The Campbell Bar, and Taco Electrico in NYC and TWA in Queens.

This position is perfect for a highly creative and committed individual with exceptional attention to detail, resilience, and ability to get the job done no matter what. We are looking for a driven, high energy, proactive, positive team player who is passionate about all thing’s events!

Responsibilities…
• Develop and manage all timelines, budgets, communication, and overall project management for events ranging from small in-house activities of 10 people to large-scale productions for groups of 400+.
• Execute events from concept to completion including creative conceptualization, strategy, management, and oversight of every detail of the event management life cycle.
• Clearly communicate event scope, schedules, deliverable dates and project status
• Participate in project meetings and brainstorming sessions and facilitate as needed
• Build and maintain effective client relationships, ensuring that all client’s needs are heard, understood, and addressed in a timely manner and clearly articulated to the internal team
• Interface with outside professionals hired for assigned projects including event companies, caterers, production companies, venue management teams, etc.
• Negotiate contracts and evaluate options with a variety of vendors and arrange for all related event services- floral, A/V, F&B, signage, entertainment, etc.
• Monitor event platforms regularly to ensure event selections are up-to-date and accurate
• Work closely with Accounting to reconcile billing following each event
• Develop and monitor event budgets to ensure revenue and expenses are kept within established boundaries
• Cross promote Gerber Group venues
• Develop a working knowledge of the technology and tools used in the department, take ownership of and have a thorough understanding of- Sevenrooms, Venuebook, Avero

We want to hear from you if…
• 1-2 years of sales/events experience
• You bring good vibes
• Proven ability to multi-task and handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and negotiation
• Ability to handle confidential information with tact and discretion
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Exceptional English communication skills, written and spoken. Spanish a plus!
• Ability to work long hours and weekends as needed
• You are looking to join not just a team but a family
• You derive pleasure from providing hospitality