Events Director
Alba Los Angeles
West Hollywood, CA
Full-Time | On-Site | Salary + Commission
Alba Los Angeles is a vibrant, design-forward Italian restaurant inspired by the spirit of coastal Italy and the energy of West Hollywood. Centered around modern Italian cooking, seasonal ingredients, and elevated hospitality, Alba is both a neighborhood favorite and a destination for celebrations.
From intimate private dinners to full restaurant buyouts, weddings, corporate gatherings, and high-profile social events, Alba is built to host unforgettable experiences. We are seeking an experienced and driven Events Director to lead and grow our private events and catering division.
Position SummaryThe Events Director will oversee all private dining, buyouts, and offsite catering sales and execution. This is a leadership role requiring strong restaurant experience, proven event sales ability, and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in restaurants, events, and sales , with a track record of driving revenue and executing high-level events.
Responsibilities Sales & Business DevelopmentDrive private dining, buyout, and offsite catering revenue
Respond to and convert inbound event inquiries
Proactively generate new business through outreach and relationship building
Build partnerships with wedding planners, corporate bookers, concierges, and local businesses
Conduct site tours and tastings
Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly revenue targets
Manage events from inquiry through completion
Create proposals, contracts, BEOs, and event timelines
Collaborate with culinary leadership on menu planning
Coordinate staffing, rentals, vendors, and logistics
Lead execution on-site to ensure seamless service
Serve as primary client contact
Deliver high-touch, hospitality-driven service
Manage expectations while protecting restaurant operations
Follow up post-event to build repeat business
Manage deposits, billing, and final invoicing
Maintain accurate forecasting and reporting
Analyze event profitability
Ensure compliance with health and liquor regulations
5+ years experience in restaurants, events, and sales required
Proven event sales success with measurable revenue results
Strong knowledge of restaurant operations
Experience with event software platforms (TripleSeat preferred)
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Financial literacy and budget management experience
Ability to work evenings and weekends as required
Competitive base salary
Commission on booked and executed events
Performance-based bonus opportunities
Dining privileges
Growth potential within expanding hospitality group
A hospitality-first leader who is sales-driven, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-standard restaurant environment. This role is ideal for someone who understands both the art of hosting and the business of driving revenue.
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