Events & Education Lead (Full-Time) - Eataly Chicago

Job Description

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 Education & Events Manager.

• Executes public and private in-person events including: specialized cooking/wine/food knowledge classes, group reservations, 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
• Communicates with guests regarding class and event registration
• Fosters accountability in departments and interdepartmental collaboration when planning events
• Builds and manages client lists and relationships
• Updates event needs including recipe cards, creating posters, department inventory, etc.
• 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
• Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings, weekends and holidays

Compensation: This position pays a base rate of $22 - $25 per hour. 

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K with match or RRSP
• Free family meal daily
• Discounts at Eataly
• Classes on products and Italian cuisine
• Referral bonus program
• and more!

Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions.  If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.