Community and Private Events Coordinator

Brewery Ommegang

Community and Private Events Coordinator

Cooperstown, NY
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Brewery Ommegang is recognized as a leader in the high-end beer segment. Brewery Ommegang is proud to be part of the Duvel Moortgat family of breweries which also includes Duvel USA and Boulevard Brewing Company. As the fourth largest craft brewery by volume in the United States, our beers and cider are built by our people, who are bound together by a devotion to our products and customers. We offer a competitive salary, employee bonus, medical/dental, 401k, educational assistance, parental leave, and other wonderful employee perks and benefits!

    SUMMARY

    We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Events Coordinator to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of private and community events at our brewery. This role is hands-on and highly collaborative, requiring strong organizational skills, excellent communication, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    SPECIAL EVENTS

    Market, sell, coordinate, and oversee the execution of all on-site private and community events at the brewery

    Ensure smooth execution of booked events by jumping in where necessary – bartending, serving, bussing, set up, and tear down

    Maintain a rolling private events calendar and manage communication internally

    Set clear expectations with staff working events to ensure top-notch customer service and efficiency

    Assists with all concert planning and execution leading up to and on the day of the event (catering coordination, beer orders and delivery, organizing volunteers, and other areas necessary)

    Ensures permitting and licensing are in place for events, as well as policies to protect and guide the brewery should issues arise

    Seek to develop and grow reputation and revenues for private events regionally

    Represent the brewery and private event services in a highly professional and respectful manner

    Work with the Café Manager and Chef to create dynamic events menus

    Supervise and ensure high service/hygiene standards at private events

    Respond to and work to resolve customer service issues, including those assigned through online/social media channels

    Maintain Triple Seat database with event leads, contracts, menus, etc

    Manages purchase orders, product ordering, and expense reporting for the front of house and catering department

    Maintain an appropriate inventory of beer and other beverages, as well as barware and glassware, in preparation for all private events

    Assist with and maintain staff scheduling, including schedule changes for private events

    Maintain good vendor relations

    Coordinates, executes, and acts as liaison with other departments and vendors for all aspects of private events, including but not limited to set-up, rentals, and tear-down, as well as other maintenance issues the Tap House experiences

    Embrace the Duvel Moortgat values: Passion, Quality, Sustainability, & Integrity

    Assist, as able, with support of off-site events during the off-season

    KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

    Must possess leadership qualities

    Must have two years of related work experience

    Excellent personal computer skills with experience in Microsoft Office software and at least one (1) year of experience with Triple Seat or comparable catering management software

    Must possess excellent organizational skills

    Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities

    An eye for detail

    Ability to continuously lift 50 lbs

    Possess above-average verbal and written communication skills

    Ability to meet deadlines and handle difficult situations

    Must be able to work a flexible schedule when necessary, including holidays, weekends, and company events

    Work with integrity, enthusiasm, and possess good work ethics

    OTHER DUTIES

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    Frequently stands and walks for extended periods (up to 8–10 hours) during events

    Frequently lift and carry items up to 50 lbs, including kegs, tables, and event supplies

    Occasionally bend, stoop, climb stairs or ladders, and reach overhead during event setup and teardown

    Occasionally work in outdoor environments with varying weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)

    Frequently uses hands and fingers to operate event equipment, POS systems, and standard office tools

    Rarely sits for prolonged periods, as the role is primarily active and mobile

    Occasionally work long or irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on event schedules

  • Industry
    Human Resources