Private Events Manager

The Private Events Manager oversees the promotion, contracting, planning, and coordinating of all group, private and offsite events for the Casual Dining Restaurants of Chef Thomas Keller in Yountville; grows revenue while enhancing guest relations for business retention; ensures guest requirements and specifications are met and that functions run smoothly, efficiently, and profitability in line with Thomas Keller Restaurant Group standards.

 
Key Responsibilities:

• Organize, coordinate, and oversee all aspects of private events sales.
• Contract and plan a variety of events, including weddings, corporate meetings and social gatherings with a primary focus on curating exceptional experiences for corporate guests, local community and visitors.
• Work closely with key stakeholders, including the culinary and service teams, to execute memorable events that meet both guest expectations and operating standards.
• Work with the Global Event Director to develop and implement a comprehensive event sales strategy, build the guest base, grow business and drive financial success of the venue.
• Serve as the face of the venue during events, ensuring seamless execution and guest satisfaction

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong sales acumen and ability to build and grow event business.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills, with a deep appreciation for community and cultural engagement.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Proficiency in event management platforms and budgeting software.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, based on event needs.
• Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• Must have the stamina to work extended hours and stand for long periods of time
  
  

Chef Keller’s collection of restaurants are founded on a culture of mentorship and provide a solid foundation of skills to support the culinary profession. We are proud to offer:     

• Opportunities for growth and advancement     
• Peer mentorship     
• Scholarship programs     
• Competitive health insurance options, with employer contributions toward your premium based on the plan you choose
• Voluntary plans such as vision, life and AD&D insurance, accident, hospitalization, critical illness short- and long-term disability insurance, and pet insurance.   
• 401K with no waiting periods and the opportunity to receive up to 4% of your salary as matching contributions     
• Employee discounts at Chef Thomas Keller's casual properties     
• Family meal      
• Paid time off  

Who we are:

With more than 10 properties and 800 employees, the Thomas Keller Restaurant Group (TKRG) has grown from one restaurant to a large family of businesses.

TKRG proudly represents The French Laundry, Per Se, The Surf Club Restaurant, Bouchon Bistro, Bouchon Bakery, Ad Hoc and Regiis Ova Caviar & Champagne Lounge. The properties and people Chef Keller inspires are known for setting new standards in cuisine, service and employment experiences. Our goal is to collaborate with talented restaurant professionals and offer opportunities to learn and grow within the hospitality profession. As we have expanded over time, the expectations that set apart our restaurants have not changed: ensuring that every guest feels special, and every guest experience is exceptional. A guest can walk into The French Laundry or one of the Bouchon Bakeries and have the most enjoyable, unique and memorable experience. A chef will find the same blue aprons and green tape in each of our kitchens—symbols of a common striving for excellence. Outside the kitchens, every action we take must reflect the generosity, nurturing and finesse within. As members of the TKRG family, we have the responsibility to ensure this consistency. Beyond it all is a mission, perhaps summed up best by Chef Keller himself. “To make people happy, one guest at a time,” he says. “That is what cooking is all about.”

Looking for other opportunities with our group? Check out open positions on: ThomasKeller.com/careers

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

*Company contribution depends on your plan selection. Benefit offerings are subject to change over time.