Events and Catering Manager

Join Our Team as an Events and Catering Manager!

Step into a role where your creativity, precision, and hospitality expertise come together to create unforgettable experiences. As our Events and Catering Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind the planning and execution of private and resident events—from the first inquiry to the final flourish. This full-time, salaried position is 100% on-site, and requires scheduling flexibility, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to ensure every event exceeds expectations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love collaborating across teams, and have a passion for delivering exceptional service, we’d love to meet you.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

• Events & Catering Requests:
  • Lead all private event and catering inquiries.
  • Coordinate bookings, room schedules, and catering logistics.
  • Provide timely, detailed responses on services, menus, and availability.
  • Align event plans with client/resident needs and budgets.

• Catering Coordination: 
  • Collaborate with culinary team to create custom menus. 
  • Manage Menu approvals and communicate catering details. 

• Room Setup & Scheduling: 
  • Oversee event space reservations and calendar.
  • Coordinate setup, décor, AV, and housekeeping needs.
• Event Execution: 
  • Develop event timelines and production schedules.
  • Manage setup, execution, and breakdown.
  • Liaise with vendors and internal teams for smooth operations.
• Client & Resident Relations: 
  • Build strong relationships and ensure satisfaction.
  • Conduct post-event evaluations and implement improvements.
  • Resolve issues professionally and support quality assurance efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Required: 

• Proven experience in event planning, catering coordination, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with an eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in event management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management/coordination, Culinary, Hospitality, or a related field.
• Familiarity with Microsoft word suite, Canva, and Pxier.
• Experience in a high-volume catering or event environment.

Benefits

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*

Team members are eligible for:

• A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
• A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
• Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
• Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc. 

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Extended illness benefits
• Employee wellness programs
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance is available to benefit eligible team members.

*Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.

About The Mather:

The Mather is a Life Plan Community in Tysons, Virginia, for those 62 and better that defies expectations of what senior living is supposed to be. More than a luxury residence, The Mather is in an enviable walkable, urban neighborhood, close to the Metro and all the DC area has to offer. Opened in March 2024, The Mather includes 293 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens and more. 

The Mather is located at 7929 Westpark Drive, Tysons.

About Mather

Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age Well^SM, we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work^®, and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.