Events Manager

Description

Base Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 / year based on experience + Quarterly & Sales Bonus Potential

Picture a summer wedding on the waterfront, or a 300-guest corporate celebration with indoor and rooftop space. At Rye Street Tavern, that’s a normal week. Our restaurant & venue on the Baltimore Peninsula has eight event spaces for up to 400 guests, plus Overlook, our off-site venue for up to 300.

We’re looking for an Events Manager who gets their energy from event day. Our sales team books the events, so you won’t spend your time chasing leads. Once a contract is signed, the event is yours: you’ll plan the details, work hand in hand with our chef and FOH teams, and lead the floor from setup to last call. If you’ve run banquets, catering or weddings at a high-volume, upscale property and want to focus on doing it really well, we’d love to meet you.

This is an onsite role with evening and weekend events. You’ll report to our Senior Events Manager and get two consecutive days off each week.

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS AN EVENTS MANAGER

• Reputable Company: Strong stability and performance.
• Positive Culture: Courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Retirement Plans: 100% company-funded pension (vesting after 1 year) and immediate 401k participation.
• Bonuses: Quarterly eligibility.
• Flexible Schedule: 5-day work week.
• Career Growth: Rapid advancement opportunities.
• Comprehensive Health Plan: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, telemedicine, wellness coach, and reduced rates on wellness services.
• Insurance: Hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident coverage.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes sick pay, medical/family leave (up to 8 weeks), special leaves (jury duty, voting, school activities for DC).
• Therapy Resources: Access to free behavioral and digital cognitive behavioral therapy.
• Dining Discounts: Half-price off-duty dining and complimentary shift meals.
• Convenient Parking: Available parking benefits.
• Employee Assistance: Legal, emotional, financial, and work/life balance support.
• Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
• Training & Education: Best-in-class training program and tuition reimbursement.
• Flu Shots & Discounts: Annual flu shots and access to thousands of exclusive brand discounts.
• Charity Matching: Up to $4,000 yearly.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN AN EVENTS MANAGER

• 2+ years of experience executing events - required.
• Restaurant experience is preferred but not required.
• A flexible schedule with the ability to work some weekends and evenings.
• A commitment to ensuring superior customer service.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, strong decision-making ability, sense of urgency, empathy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, solve problems, build long-lasting relationships, and creating positive outcomes.

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS AN EVENTS MANAGER

• Provide excellent customer service in responding to phone or email inquiries
• Assist with creating and revising event proposals
• Assemble private event packets including layouts, details, and other supporting documents
• Assist with final guest counts
• Submit and monitor vendor orders for required materials and supplies
• Ensure all contracts are approved and confirmed by the client prior to the event
• Verify billing information and assist with preparing invoices to submit to Accounting
• Coordinate regularly with the Private Events Manager regarding any client communication
• Assist with the set-up and layout of event space
• Assist with day-of coordination as needed
• Attend client meetings, site visits, and events as needed
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned

ABOUT US

Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening Fall 2026).

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career! Even if you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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