Events Operations Manager
Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
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Job Summary
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Free food & snacks
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
Savory is a boutique hospitality partner delivering chef-driven food experiences for workplaces events and venues. From corporate catering and conferences to social gatherings and high-end galas we offer everything from boxed meals and buffets to elevated receptions global menus and fresh grab & go. Built for quality flexibility and seamless execution Savory has consistently delivered exceptional food and hospitality since 2011.
About the Role
- Manage mentor and develop a team of approximately four to eight employees.
- Partner with the V&E Director to establish priorities and weekly execution plans.
- Communicate clear responsibilities timelines and performance expectations.
- Promote accountability collaboration and professional growth.
- Lead the planning and execution of large-scale events and hospitality programs.
- Translate event briefs and client needs into clear operational plans.
- Serve as the primary onsite operations leader.
- Ensure events meet standards for quality timing presentation safety and food sanitation.
- Develop contingency plans and resolve issues quickly during live events.
- Order receive pack and track event supplies beverages snacks and equipment.
- Create run-of-show plans covering setup service breakdown and load-out.
- Determine staffing needs and build schedules based on event scope.
- Coordinate with culinary operations account management and field teams.
- Ensure equipment and materials are organized accounted for and event-ready.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for event execution.
- Identify inefficiencies and establish consistent best practices.
- Keep internal teams and clients aligned on timelines and expectations.
- Lead post-event debriefs and implement improvements.
- Five or more years of experience in event operations hospitality production management or a related field.
- Experience managing large-scale high-volume or complex live events.
- Demonstrated success leading and developing teams.
- Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on onsite execution.
- Strong knowledge of event logistics staffing production schedules and load-in and load-out procedures.
- Excellent organization project-management and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel PowerPoint Word and Outlook.
- Experience working in Microsoft Teams SharePoint and other shared cloud-based platforms.
- Ability to stand and work in active event environments for prolonged periods.
- Ability to lift and carry approximately 5075 pounds.
- Flexibility to work early mornings late evenings weekends and holidays.
- Salary of $85000-$95000 commensurate with experience
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Flexible Spending Account and transit benefits
- Cell phone reimbursement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
WORKING AT SAVORY
Savory is a full-service boutique hospitality firm on a mission to elevate the corporate dining experience making it fresher and more reliable with a focus on quality food experiences and hospitality four core services (corporate catering events amenities and Simply Savory our grab-and-go offering) mean that we are always looking for talented individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional hospitality to our client partners.
At Savory our people are at the heart of everything we do. Were a tight-knit team of passionate innovative culinarians who strive to live our values every day: authenticity curiosity collaboration solutions and community.
Were passionate about sustainable solutions: in how our food is sourced and served as well as creating sustainable careers in hospitality for our addition to our benefits package which is available to all full-time team members we are a growth-focused organization and take every opportunity to champion our team and help them grow with us into roles greater than they could have imagined.
OUR VALUES
At Savory we pride ourselves on being a values-based organization:
- Curiosity: Our curiosity is always driving us to ask questions learn more and get better. Were agile for ourselves and our client partners.
- Authenticity: We believe in a true commitment to respect diversity and integrity. Our team is unapologetically themselves and brings their diverse life experiences to our work every day.
- Collaboration: Teamwork is our foundation! Were independently driven each of us experts in our field and when we come together are able to rely on each other to create something exceptional.
- Solutions: We always operate from a solutions-oriented mindset. There is nothing too big or too small for us to solve and we apply our learnings to ensure successful measures are in place for the future.
- Community: We believe in community first and cultivating a culture of gratitude. We celebrate and support each other in all our endeavors both in and outside of our shared Savory goals.
Intrigued Wed love to hear from you! Use the link here to check out our available positions.
Not sure which position is right for you but still interested in joining the Savory team Email a resume and cover letter to and well be in touch!
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Corporate Catering In The Heart Of The City. Let Savory take care of it all: menu selection, presentation, staffing, and everything in between. Quality ingredients. Top talent. Genuine hospitality.
