EVENTFULLNYC Event Assistant Manager Brooklyn, NY · Part time

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As an Event Assistant Manager, you will be the right-hand man or woman to the Event Manager. An Event Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting in managing, planning and coordinating all aspects of the event. To be a successful Event Assistant Manager, you should have strong communicational skills, be a great team worker, and demonstrate excellent time management and organizational skills.

Expectations 

• Following the Event Manager’s assignments during the event. 
• Assisting in managing of all the aspects of the event including the load in/out, full set up of space, serving guests on a high-level standard, closing and cleaning following the venue rules.  
• Assigning and directing work for catering employees. 
• Providing staff with the necessary training, including customer service, serving etiquette, event information. 
• Running the floor and coordinating the food and drink service by liaising with the kitchen and service staff. 
• Complies with Health Department rules and regulation, EVENTFULLNYC standards and venue rules. 
• Use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations. 
• Perform other duties as assigned and deemed necessary.

Requirements 

• Minimum of 2 years’ fine dining or catering experience as an Event Assistant Manager or similar 
• High School diploma or equivalent required 
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, excellent customer service and communication skills 
• Great time management and multitasking abilities, attention to details 
• Physically fit with good stamina for physical tasks such as moving and lifting up to 40lbs and standing for long periods of time 
• Willingness and availability to work long hours and flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and evenings 
• Able to travel to work at multiple locations throughout the New York Metropolitan area