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Hospitality-Driven Events Sales Leader | Flexible Schedule

Clive Collective, Little Reed Heights, CA, USA

Pay: $60,000-$70,000/yr

Job type: Full Time


Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Health insurance

Location:

Tiburon, California

Department:

Front of House

Reports To:

Director of Sales > General Manager

Pay:

$60K - $70K / year + Commission (3-8% on booked events | OTE $110k - $130k)

Position Overview
The Sales & Events Marketing Manager is responsible for driving private dining, event sales, community engagement, and brand growth through relationship-building, strategic outreach, and exceptional hospitality. This role blends sales, event coordination, marketing, and guest relations into one highly visible position that plays a major role in expanding the restaurant’s presence within the local community and beyond. The ideal candidate is both hospitality-driven and sales-minded, capable of building genuine relationships while maintaining strong organizational and operational awareness.

Key Responsibilities
Event Sales & Client Relations

Respond to private dining, large party, and event inquiries in a timely and professional manner

Conduct site tours and build relationships with prospective clients, local businesses, and community partners

Create customized event proposals, contracts, and banquet event orders based on client needs and operational capabilities

Manage the full booking process from initial inquiry through post-event follow-up and guest retention

Maintain and grow a strong network of corporate, social, VIP, and community clientele

Actively pursue new business opportunities and assist in achieving monthly and quarterly revenue goals

Maintain strong communication with clients to ensure expectations are exceeded throughout the planning process

Event Coordination & Execution

Coordinate logistics for private events, large parties, buyouts, activations, and special experiences

Communicate event details clearly with culinary, operations, bar, and management teams to ensure smooth execution

Oversee onsite event execution and maintain service standards throughout the guest experience

Act as the primary point of contact for clients during events and assist with guest relations as needed

Support floor presence during high-volume services, community activations, and special events

Anticipate operational challenges and work proactively to ensure successful execution

Marketing & Brand Development

Collaborate with leadership on marketing campaigns, promotions, partnerships, and brand activations

Assist with social media planning, event promotion, and content coordination

Build and maintain relationships with local businesses, hotels, concierge teams, influencers, and community organizations

Help coordinate photoshoots, influencer dinners, media opportunities, and promotional events

Monitor local market trends, guest behavior, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities

Contribute creative ideas that help strengthen brand identity, community presence, and guest engagement

Administrative & CRM Management

Maintain accurate client records, booking notes, and event tracking within CRM and event management systems

Generate sales reports and assist leadership in monitoring booking trends and performance metrics

Track contracts, deposits, payment schedules, and event timelines with strong attention to detail

Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial organization related to events and marketing initiatives

Maintain organized event documentation and communication records across departments

What Success Looks Like
A successful Sales & Events Marketing Manager is organized, outgoing, hospitality-driven, and highly proactive. They create strong client relationships, generate meaningful business opportunities, and help elevate the restaurant’s visibility within the community while ensuring every event feels polished, memorable, and professionally executed. They operate with strong ownership, creativity, and a genuine passion for creating experiences people remember.

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