Event Manager - Main Event Caterers

Main Event Caterers
Arlington, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free food & snacks
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Dental insurance
Event Manager - Main Event Caterers
Join DC's premier catering company - Main Event Caterers!

Main Event Caterers is committed to:

  • Creating sensational experiences that linger in the mind for years to come.
  • Designing events that suit our clients' personal tastes and budgets of any size
  • Providing professional service to our guests before, during, and after the event.
  • Traveling the globe brings you back the most exciting and tantalizing flavors and ideas.
  • Crafting artful culinary displays that create the ambiance for a successful celebration.
  • Presenting exciting, top-quality cuisine for every selection.
  • Taking your event to the next level and wowing your guests!
Our Event Managers have full ownership of their assigned events. Depending on the event, responsibilities may include:

  • Meet with the client to gain a deeper understanding of the event dynamics and offer valuable insights and suggestions.
  • Meet weekly with the chef to ensure menu expectations are clear
  • Work with the in-house Operations Department to ensure proper equipment is ordered
  • Meet with the in-house Creative Services Manager to assist with the design of events
  • Hands-on position that is directly involved in all aspects of the event, including the day of
The Event Manager effectively controls and manages the operations of catered events that meet and surpass the expectations of our clients, providing exceptional food integrated into stunning style & design elements. This also includes safety issues, setup, service, breakdown, equipment accountability, and product inventory management.

Qualifications Required:

Main Event Caterers is seeking a highly motivated, experienced Event Manager with a strong work ethic who can hit the ground running. A professional appearance, excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills, a can-do attitude, and the ability to work in a team environment.

Flexible schedule including weekends (Saturdays are our busiest day). Experienced candidates need only apply.

Additional Compensation:
  • Commission
  • Bonuses
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free lunch (Monday-Friday)
  • Free parking
Schedule: Weekends required.
Education: Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience: Event Management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: 3870 South Four Mile Run Drive, Arlington, VA 22206

Posted 2026-04-11

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