Events Coordinator

STARR Restaurants is seeking an Events Coordinator to join the growing team in our DC Market! This team member is an integral part of our sales team and will be responsible for answering all inquiries regarding special events and will work to generate new business. Responsibilities... • Prospecting and sourcing new business • Handling incoming inquiries and requests • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with concierges, resident concierges and party planners in the area • Establishing and maintaining relationships with vendors and venues • Planning event details and aspects • Creating reliable financial reports and collecting payments on time • Remaining under budget with all costs • Managing events and addressing potential problems that may arise • Planning for potential scenarios that could impact the integrity of the event • Maintaining a working knowledge of the complex needs of a wide variety of events Requirements: • Undergraduate Degree; Hospitality focus preferred not required. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status