The Education and Events Lead is a food enthusiast who passionately engages guests in Eataly’s mission through events and educational programming. Reports to the Marketing Manager.
Plans, schedules and executes public and private events including: specialized cooking/wine/food knowledge classes, group reservations, buyouts, press events, tastings and private receptions
Supervises staff members during events to ensure smooth execution
Writes and monitors class descriptions; compiles instructor biographies, Banquet Event Orders (BEO’s) and sales contracts; creates class registration pages online
Fosters accountability in departments and interdepartmental collaboration when planning events
Builds and manages client lists and relationships
Performs other duties as required or assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree
3+ years of experience in restaurant operations, sales management, marketing or event planning
Excellent organizational, project management and time management skills
Outstanding professional communication and editorial skills
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
Knowledge of Italian wine and gastronomy
Proficiency in Italian language preferred
Job Requirements
Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings, weekends and holidays