Porchlight is a New York bar with a Southern accent. But what does that mean? Well, we have married the hospitality, soul, drink, and food of the ever-evolving South with the hustle and innovation of the big city we call home. We were born in New York of Southern roots, and we love to reminisce about our home cities of Charleston, New Orleans, or Memphis…but we wouldn’t trade them for New York. Even when the L train isn’t running.

Who you are:

We are looking for an intelligent, confident, organized and thoughtful individual who exemplifies USHG’s core Family Values to join our Event Sales Team at Porchlight. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, non-stop environment, is adept at prioritizing tasks, possesses excellent communication skills both with guests as well as colleagues, loves solving problems, building long-lasting relationships, and creating positive outcomes. The ability to be strategic, flexible, proactive, calm under pressure, resourceful and efficient is in your DNA. Superior verbal and written communication skills, strong decision-making ability, sense of urgency, empathy and attention to detail is crucial.

What you’ll do:

• Liaise with the events team at Porchlight to create seamless experiences for their clients and guests.
• Manage client communications relating to the sale and production of events on a daily basis, ensuring the highest quality experience for clients is consistently delivered.
• Review incoming inquiries and ensure all necessary information is obtained from prospective client; seek clarification and further details as needed.
• Prepare proposals, contracts, and other client facing materials and send initial proposals.
• Ensure that pricing is appropriate and accurate on estimates and invoices.
• Arrange for and attend site visits, walk-throughs and tastings as needed.
• Coordinate the details in between the client, the building and any third-party vendors regarding event floorplans, timelines, insurance, permitting, and rental equipment requirements.
• Oversee event set-up and service on-site as needed. Liaise between client and on-site team leaders to ensure success of event from beginning to end.
• Manage and foster client relationship.
• Manage internal communications relating to the production of event, while meeting weekly deadlines for completion of BEOs.
• Act as the client’s voice to ensure all other departments are fully aware of client expectations to ensure continuity and accuracy of all services, with the goal of creating raves.
• Ensure rigorous knowledge of and adherence to all applicable laws, policies, and procedures.

What we need from you:

• 3 years of restaurant event sales experience, or relevant restaurant experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of diverse cuisine and beverage
• Wine, Beer and Spirits Knowledge
• Strong Computer Skills (Microsoft Office and TripleSeat preferred)

What you’ll get from us:

• Base salary of $70,000 - $75,000, plus commission*
• 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.