346 Full-Time Event Planning jobs in Downers Grove, Illinois

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Banquet Houseperson - $18.00 + $500 sign on bonus (Full-time and Part-time)

The Banquet Houseperson is responsible for the physical setup and breakdown of meeting rooms according to guest specifications. This includes transporting heavy equipment like tables and staging, as well as maintaining the cleanliness and supply of event spaces....

Lombard, Illinois Crescent Hotels & Resorts
Senior Event Specialist

The Senior Specialist, Events Management is responsible for the end-to-end planning and execution of corporate client events and conferences. This role involves managing budgets, negotiating contracts, and solving operational challenges to ensure events align with business objectives....

Chicago, Illinois CIBC
Event Producer

The Event Producer will lead the end-to-end execution of new scalable event formats and live experiences. Responsibilities include managing logistics, vendor coordination, production timelines, and onsite implementation to ensure high-quality delivery....

Chicago, Illinois Fever
Banquets Captain (On Call)

The Banquets Captain oversees banquet operations and manages staff to ensure the successful execution of private events. Responsibilities include coordinating room setups, managing meal service, and ensuring high standards of guest satisfaction throughout the event....

Des Plaines, Illinois Rivers Casino
Assistant Director, Programs and Events

The Assistant Director of Programs and Events will manage the operational lifecycle of events for the Rustandy Center at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Responsibilities include coordinating catering, A/V, facilities, and guest speakers to create engaging experiences for students...

Chicago, Illinois University of Chicago
Channel Marketing/Tradeshow Intern (Summer 2027)

This internship involves supporting the marketing and sales teams with various campaigns, including trade show requirements and promotional development. The intern will gain experience in project management and omnichannel marketing strategies within a corporate environment....

Downers Grove, Illinois Zurn Elkay Water Solutions
Event Sales Manager - Oak Brook, IL

The Private Event Manager will drive sales by prospecting and booking group events for 15 or more guests at the restaurant. The role involves managing the full event lifecycle, including client communication, contract management, and coordinating event details with the operations team....

Oak Brook, Illinois Fogo de Chão
Event Coordinator

The Event Coordinator will manage onsite food service activations for corporate clients, ensuring smooth setup, troubleshooting technical issues, and maintaining high customer service standards. This role requires a detail-oriented individual to facilitate daily lunch programs and resolve operationa...

Chicago, Illinois Fooda
CATERING MANAGER

The Catering Manager will oversee catering department operations, including event logistics, staff supervision, and menu coordination. This position ensures high-quality service and proper execution of event set-ups and breakdowns for corporate clients....

Evanston, Illinois Compass Group
LN Concerts, Regional Marketing Coordinator

The Regional Marketing Coordinator will support the marketing management team by coordinating promotional tickets, managing advertising invoices, and conducting audience research for live events. The role also includes assisting with grassroots marketing campaigns and providing on-site coverage duri...

Chicago, Illinois Live Nation Entertainment
Events Management Associate

The Events Management Associate will act as a primary point of contact for planning and executing corporate meetings and events within a conference center. Responsibilities include coordinating with catering and AV teams, managing room reservations, and providing high-touch customer service to clien...

Chicago, Illinois JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Banquet Manager

The Banquet Manager is responsible for overseeing banquet operations, managing staff, and ensuring high-quality service for events. This role involves coordinating logistics, managing inventories, and maintaining guest satisfaction standards throughout the event process....

Chicago, Illinois Marriott International
Event Chef

Skokie, IL | Salary Up to $95K We’re looking for a Catering & Event Chef who knows how to execute exceptional food for large-scale events without sacrificing scratch-made quality. If you’ve led an off-premise catering operation, managed a large production kitchen, and thrive in high-volume environme...

Skokie, Illinois Confidential Search
Event Security Supervisor - Crowd Management

As an Event Supervisor with BEST Crowd Management, you lead on-site teams delivering safe, smooth, and memorable experiences at stadiums, arenas, and major venues. You will coordinate crowd management, access control, and guest services, ensuring all safety and security procedures are followed. This...

Oak Forest, Illinois BEST Crowd Management
Event Security Specialist

BEST Crowd Management, a GardaWorld company, is looking for dedicated Event Security Specialists to enhance safety and guest experiences at major events, stadiums, and arenas. As a vital member of our team, you will be responsible for monitoring entrances, checking bags, managing crowd flow, and pro...

Calumet City, Illinois BEST Crowd Management
Maple & Ash Chicago - Event Sales Manager

You thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong communication skills, and take pride in elevating the guest experience through both marketing and event execution. Cultivate and activate relationships with local businesses, community leaders, and aligned partners to drive local store marke...

Chicago, Illinois MAPLE & ASH CHICAGO
Senior Events Planner - Company Trip & Firm Events

IMC is seeking an experienced Events Planner to join our Chicago office. You will co-manage a calendar of firm-wide events, including an annual Company Trip, working with another planner to ensure high-visibility experiences for employees. You will handle venue sourcing, vendor negotiation, budgetin...

Chicago, Illinois IMC
Freelance Onsite Event Coordinator — Chicago & Travel

Bisnow in Chicago is seeking an on-site Event Coordinator to manage all facets of Bisnow events in your market, including guest registration, onsite logistics, and coordination with sponsors. This hourly role requires availability for partial day events and full-day events once a month, with occasio...

Chicago, Illinois Lever, Inc.
Wedding Planner

This is a 1099 independent contractor position designed for an experienced wedding planner who is confident working independently and comfortable managing their own clients and events. Experienced: At least 2 years of professional experience in wedding planning, wedding coordination, venue, catering...

Chicago, Illinois Afterglow Weddings and Events
Event Coordinator, Reinsurance

Working closely with the Global Reinsurance Events Leader and Event Managers and Senior Event Managers, this role provides critical operational, administrative, and logistical support supports the development of colleague and client experiences throughout the event lifecycle across key events. This ...

Chicago, Illinois Aon
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