Events Sales Coordinator

Swift & Sons
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/8/2024 CLOSED ON 6/6/2024

Job Posting for Events Sales Coordinator at Swift & Sons

Boka Restaurant Group and Executive Chef Chris Pandel are looking for an Events Sales Coordinator to join the team of Swift & Sons Steakhouse, located in Chicago’s famed Fulton Market District!  


***Compensation is projected to be between 55 & 65k (40k base commission)***


Benefits & Perks: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, free membership to Chicago Athletic Clubs, 401(k) program, life insurance, wellness benefits, paid parental leave, paid vacation, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20 establishments!    

 

About Boka Restaurant Group: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of American’s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here: https://www.bokagrp.com/ 
 
About Swift & Sons Steakhouse: At Swift & Sons, guests feel the pull of tradition but also the electricity of invention. The steak is a priority, but equally as vital are the accompanying dishes and beverages that complement Chef Chris Pandel’s meat-forward menu. Swift & Sons’ extensive bar program, featuring seasonal cocktails and rare spirits, married with a novel dessert menu, pays homage to the past while forging the next generation of what it means to enjoy a steak dinner.


Events Sales Coordinator's Responsibilities:

  • Partner with the Senior Event Sales Manager to proactively drive business growth to meet revenue goals.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients, understanding their event needs and providing tailored solutions.
  • Manage all phases for assigned events, including:
    • Respond to sales leads in a timely manner
    • Create contracts, Banquet Event Orders, menus, floorplans, and timelines
    • Coordinate event details and delivery with client, FOH, and BOH
    • Oversee event execution
    • Review and submit event financials for final payment
  • Assist Senior Event Sales Manager with large projects and administrative tasks
  • Proactively seek new business opportunities and generate sales leads
  • Audit Open Table & Tripleseat (we will train how to use both programs)

 

Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in event planning and sales
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Knowledge of industry trends and best practices
  • Experience in an office setting
  • Experience in hospitality preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
  • Flexible schedule


This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to providing great service and is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team
 

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to lift 10- 20lbs if necessary. 
  • Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment. 
  • Stand and walk for the entirety of an eight-hour shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant. 

 

If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you!  Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team! 

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