Private Event Manager

Join our passionate community brought together by our love for great beer, cider, and the process that makes it all happen. Quality is our thing, and so is staying curious—always learning, tweaking, and pushing to get better at what we do. We’re fired up by the people who enjoy our pours and the teams that make it all possible. If you’re into collaboration, craft, and being part of a tight-knit crew, we’d love to raise a glass with you.

WHO WE ARE & WHAT WE OFFER

Artisanal Brewing Ventures (ABV) is a top 10 regional craft alcohol company in the US, made up of 5 long standing, successful craft brands (75+ combined years!): Victory Brewing, Bold Rock Cider, Sixpoint Brewery, Southern Tier Brewing & Southern Tier Distilling. We have locations in 5 states (NY, PA, OH, VA, NC) including taprooms, production facilities, & our corporate headquarters.

• Competitive Compensation

• Quarterly Incentive Plan

• Exceptional Health Benefits

• No Waiting Period to Enroll

• Paid Family Leave

• Flexible Schedules & Generous Paid Time Off

• Ample Product Discounts

• Opportunities for Growth Across 5 Successful Brands

WHAT WE DO

At Victory, we’ve always believed that great beer comes from a deep respect for the craft. That spirit inspired our decision to join Artisanal Brewing Ventures in 2016. By partnering with a community that shares our values and supports the behind-the-scenes work—like marketing, operations, and finance—we freed up our brewers to do what they do best: focus on the art of brewing. The result? More time, more creativity, and more opportunity to craft the innovative, flavorful beers that have defined Victory since the beginning.

Private Events Manager

The Private Event Manager will focus on driving taproom sales and business development and overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of private events. The Private Event Manager
must be committed to continuously striving and delivering an outstanding guest experience and have a strong passion for culinary excellence.
Reports to: Taproom General Manager

WHAT YOU'LL DO
• Solicit and promote guest traffic (business development) through advertising, cold calling, contacting past clients, building relationships with local businesses, and other cost-effective marketing strategies to drive taproom sales and event bookings. Including networking outside of taproom, attending events, and monitoring other local event offerings.
• Set and achieve monthly, quarterly, annual sales goals aligned with taproom sales budget.
• Use Tripleseat Event Management software to monitor, track, and manage all private event inquiries and bookings.
o Also responsible for the use of Toast, SharePoint, and other taproom technologies as needed.
• Primary point of contact for clients interested in hosting private events.
o The Private Event Manager is required to be on site for all Buyouts unless absence is approved by Area Operations Manager
o For all Large Scale events the Private Event Manager or a trained Private Event Captain must be on site
 Inspect event space prior to the start of each function - room set up, menu, service staff, etc. conforms to BEO.
 Greeting clients before each function starts and being present throughout the
event to assist where needed. Continually observing, directing, and assisting staff and management team.
o Use Tripleseat Event Management software to prepare and complete all necessary event documentation and billing and prepare and secure signed contracts.
o Responsible for negotiation of final pricing and ensuring that payment is made in full after completion of all events unless otherwise arranged.
o Collaborate with clients to understand their event requirements, offering suggestions and guidance to create memorable experiences.
o Respond to all client leads within 24 hours of receipt, using Tripleseat for all lead communication/documentation of lead communication.
• Responsible for all events and sales data; monitor and track all event bookings and business development activities, convert, and track private event inquiries, maintain updated private event guides, menus, and other client facing documentation.
o Maintain detailed price sheet of all billable items and services (approved by GM and AOM)
• Active participation in weekly manager meetings, reviewing at a minimum the following information:
o Upcoming event bookings; review BEO, scheduling, menu, and other event requirements
o Provide the Taproom management team with copies of relevant event documents.
• Engage with clients prior to the start of each event, during taproom site walks, and at all other available opportunities to build relationships and ensure client satisfaction.
• Train staff on event execution standards, following ABV (Artisanal Brewing Ventures) Steps of Service.
• Based on workload and location, the Private Event Manager may be asked to assist with shift execution, administrative duties, and other assignments based on General Manager needs.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Physical Demands
Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time. Be able to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
Alcohol Responsibility – The candidate must fully understand that they are a representative of not only the company, but of the alcohol beverage industry. They are to conduct themselves within the limits of the law and with concern to the education of responsible consumption at all times. This includes
working hours, trade shows, festivals and while entertaining in the name of the company or its affiliates. Any poor reflection or legal matters that may arise due to poor judgment may be dealt with by means of disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Disclaimer

This Job Description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties.

Artisanal Brewing Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer.