Founded in 2005 as Hudson Yards Catering, Union Square Events is a culinary and operations leader in the hospitality industry, partnering with a diverse portfolio of best-in-class clients. We produce one-of-a-kind catered events and unparalleled dining experiences in various cultural, corporate, entertainment, and private venues throughout New York City and beyond.

Who you are: the Event Operations Manager is responsible for managing and processing day-to-day internal catering requests for Brooklyn Botanic Garden and assisting with the production of external full-service catered events in accordance with USHG Enlightened Hospitality standards.

What you’ll do:

• Review and respond to incoming inquiries in a timely manner and ensure all necessary information is obtained for internal garden events
• Prepare all proposals, contracts, and other client-facing materials with accuracy
• Arrange for and attend site visits, meetings, and tastings as needed
• Create floorplans, timelines, event rental orders, and any other supporting documentation required for events
• Ensure all internal departments are clear on client expectations for the continuity and accuracy of all services, with the goal of creating raves
• Enter event BEOs, staff requests, and all other internal orders while meeting internal deadlines
• Oversee onsite setup and execution as needed with professionalism and behavior reflective of Enlightened Hospitality
• Provide Service, Staffing, and Captains with pre-event details and onsite direction, as needed, to ensure seamless execution of agreed-upon objectives with the goal of meeting and exceeding client expectations
• Develop strong relationships with venue stakeholders and key onsite personnel

What we need from you:

• 3+ years of previous event or catering experience
• Strong computer skills/Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail

What you’ll get from us:

• Annual Salary of $75,000 - 85,000, plus bonus potential*
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off to support you with an active life outside of work
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Options (health care, dependent care, transit & parking)
• Employee Assistance Program to support overall mental wellbeing
• Exclusive access to primary care, mental health, and other healthcare services through Radish Health
• Annual dining credit and 51% dining discount throughout the USHG family of restaurants
• Matched 401(k) to help you invest in your future
• Access to the USHG HUGS Employee Relief Fund

• The above represents the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your experience and other job-related factors.