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Job Title: Assistant Buyer

Employer: Eastern Mountain Sports

Classification: Full-Time, exempt

Location: Meriden, CT

Company Overview:

We believe success comes down to people. Since 1967, Eastern Mountain Sports has been helping people of all ages and abilities to have more fun outside. As a trusted source of top-quality outdoor gear, apparel and advice, we operate over 20 locations in twelve northeastern states, working with top active brands such as Timberland, The North Face, Columbia, Carhartt, Marmot, ON, Sorel and many more!

At Eastern Mountain Sports, we take a lot of pride in hiring people who have a genuine passion for the outdoors and the desire to inspire happiness by connecting people to nature and each other. If you’ve got passion for the outdoors and a commitment to the environment, an obsession for properly outfitting our customers, and a high degree of personal integrity, EMS may be the place for you.

About the role:

As a part of the team, you will play a crucial role in shaping our buying decisions and ensuring our products resonate with market trends and customer preferences. You’ll delve into comprehensive market research, analyze business trends against projections, and scrutinize competition dynamics. Through meticulous review of sales, inventories, receipts, gross margin, and markdowns, you will lay the foundation for strategic purchasing choices.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides a foundation for buying decisions by researching market trends, product direction, and competition; analyzing business trends vs. plan; and reviewing reforecasts of sales, inventories, receipts, gross margin, and markdowns
• Maintains knowledge of product and industry trends through market trips, online services, industry journals and fashion magazines
• Manages key vendors by maintaining strong working relationships while effectively negotiating terms such as unit costs, delivery windows, and vendor-added services as well as by proactively negotiating for off-price merchandise
• Accurately coordinates, processes and tracks POs and delivery of goods to the stores and websites by maintaining accurate files and effective communication. Ensures appropriate ship windows are set and adhered to
• Manages selection, turn, and profitability of assortments by ensuring timely Warehouse processing of receipts and returns-to-vendors; generating timely price changes to liquidate dated, slow selling inventories and to support sales events
• Helps forecast adequate ongoing and sales-event inventory levels by analyzing individual store characteristics and nuances with regard to product mix
• Sets direction for advertising preparation process by ensuring accurate data entry into AdPrep and timely merchandise turn-ins for advertising photo shoots. Brings forward marketing suggestions to generate sales
• Facilitates effective coordination of tasks and information by maintaining accurate, timely, effective communication with all internal and external business partners. Acts as information funnel through interaction via phone calls, emails, and memos

Experience and Qualifications:

• Recent Graduate with evident academic achievement
• A thorough understanding of retail math
• Can relate to the needs and wants of the outdoor customer
• Ability to work with cross functional groups
• Proficient in using MS Office – particularly Excel
• An analytical mind set; enjoys digging in and producing recommendations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable communicating with all levels
• Interest in retail buying

Values:

1. Personal Improvement & Wellbeing: We are committed to doing the work to become the best versions of ourselves physically, emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually in order to explore the world, build community, and curate living in a healthy state of joy, love and inspiration.

2. Empowered Thinking: We agree to do the work to metabolize our irrational fears so we can make rational decisions to achieve the outcomes we are looking for. This means we will be bold and courageous in failing forward, and we accept risk within well-managed parameters. The faster we hypothesize, test, validate or iterate, the sooner we succeed. There shall be no fear of rejection for speaking up; good ideas can come from anywhere; everyone has a voice; negative behaviors must be surfaced.

3. Integrity & Fairness: We seek a meritocracy where equity, inclusion, belonging, authenticity, honesty and integrity are paramount.

4. Service: We seek to deliver vastly more value than we cost and to make the world a happier place everyday.

Company Benefits:

At EMS & Bob’s Stores, we offer an industry leading benefits package that includes a variety of benefits including paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, tax deferred retirement plans, and access to experts in preventative care. We also offer fun perks such as access to online yoga classes through YogaWorks, Access Perks discount shopping, dining and travel network, and GoDigital University, our internal training program that is hosted by industry leaders in entertainment, music and more. We also offer Vendor Training opportunities that provide generous discounts through their online sites.

Additional Information:

EMS & Bob’s Stores are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our community. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race (or traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision-making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), sexual orientation, veteran or military status.

Eastern Mountain Sports

LHH is working with a prominent entertainment company specializing in providing comprehensive support to artist management divisions.

Role Summary:

Seeking an Accounting Manager to join our Artist Management division. In this role, you will offer day-to-day financial and accounting support to multiple artist management companies. Operating in a dynamic environment, you will maintain strong relationships with fellow field accountants, execute month-end close entries, manage reconciliations, and play a pivotal role in crafting financial insights and forecasts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and review junior staff members’ monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with artist management companies and managers to offer comprehensive financial and operational backing.
• Record monthly journal entries, encompassing accruals and prepaid amortizations.
• Prepare a range of month-end balance sheet and income statement support schedules.
• Develop calculations for participations and commission settlements.
• Prepare annual budgets and maintain updated forecasts for assigned artist management companies.
• Assist in fulfilling both internal and external audit requests.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA or eligibility for CPA certification is advantageous.
• Over 5 years of accounting experience, showcasing a deep understanding of the field.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.
• Experience with Oracle BPC is a plus.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical aptitude, enabling insightful financial analysis.

Job Type:

Full time/direct-hire

Work schedule: Hybrid

Compensation:

$90,000 – $110,000 annually depending on experience

If you are interested in this Accounting Manager opportunity, or any other Accounting & Finance career opportunities, please apply to this posting or email Brian Millette directly at [email protected] for immediate consideration.

LHH

Skybound is seeking a proactive Accounting Manager to join our team. This individual will need to be well-rounded with strong mechanical and technical knowledge of accounting, excellent leadership skills and experience working with multiple entities. The ideal candidate will oversee the accounting staff, daily accounting functions, preparation and analysis of the company’s monthly GAAP financial close process, financial statements, management reporting and internal controls including process improvements. Additional emphasis will also be on being fully responsible for various external audits, quarterly and annual filings, and external reporting. The individual must be well organized, flexible, and extremely detail oriented.

We are looking for someone energetic, resourceful and results driven.

Reports: This position will report to the VP, Accounting

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a remote team of accounting professionals. Provide guidance, support, and training to ensure the team’s efficiency and growth. Oversee daily accounting functions.
• Responsible for overseeing month-end close process by reviewing relevant journal entries, investigating anomalies, performing P&L variance analysis, and reviewing month-end accruals.
• Maintain overall accuracy and integrity of the general ledger, and ensure financial statements follow US GAAP compliancy and organization policies.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance accounting processes, systems, and controls to increase efficiency, accuracy, and overall effectiveness.
• Monitor actual performance against budgets and forecasts and provide variance analysis.
• Responsible for reviewing and ensuring accuracy of the fixed asset schedule, including monthly depreciation.
• Responsible for full review of lease accounting and disclosure reporting (in accordance with ASC 842).
• Lead and manage company ancillary audits, including tax audits, workers’ compensation audits, union audits, and third-party audits. Coordinate with auditors and internal teams to ensure timely and accurate completion of audit requirements.
• Work closely with tax advisors to develop and implement tax strategies that optimize the company’s tax position. Ensure compliance with tax regulations and timely filing of tax returns.
• Review and file monthly, quarterly, and annual sales/use tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with state and local sales and use tax laws and regulations.
• Review and file state income & sales tax audits.
• Review and file city business tax & property tax reports.
• Work with CPA firm to meet tax deadlines and estimates.
• Assist VP Accounting in any special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Master’s degree and/or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in accounting, with a strong preference for prior experience in public accounting.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.
• Technical accounting knowledge with an understanding of US GAAP and ASC 606.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, especially in remote work settings.
• Leadership experience and a proven track record of successfully managing staff.
• Prior experience handling company audits, including tax, workers’ compensation, third party, and financial audits.
• A proactive, self-directed approach with the ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to leverage technology for efficient data gathering and analysis.
• Ability to manage deadlines and accurately process data under time limited restraints.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for management of staff and interacting with other departments, vendors, and upper management.
• Experience with ERP systems, specifically Sage Intacct and Netsuite, a plus.
• Ability to pivot and prioritize work.

Job Type: Regular, Full-Time

Salary Range: $110,000 – $125,000

• Actual base salary is dependent on several factors including but not limited to; market dynamics, location and region, experience, specialized skills/training (education), level of responsibility, budgetary considerations, tenure at the company (for current employees), etc.
• The salary range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees.
• Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each role.

Skybound offers a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, as well as free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). We also offer a 401K plan with 4% match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, generous time off, wellness benefits, and tuition reimbursement. This role may also qualify for a possible discretionary bonus annually.

Company Overview

Skybound is a multiplatform content company working closely with creators and their intellectual properties, extending stories and universes to new platforms, including comics, television, film, tabletop and video games, books, digital content, events, and beyond. We are home to critically-acclaimed global franchises, including The Walking Dead and Invincible.

Skybound Games produces, publishes and distributes video and tabletop games across all genres, including the multi-million-unit selling The Walking Dead video game series. In addition to our wholly-owned franchises, we work with independent developers to foster and create original games with compelling characters and worlds, strong creator and artistic focus, and innovative approaches to engaging genres.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Skybound we value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! Skybound is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, hair texture or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Skybound complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination.

Skybound will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the CA Fair Chance Act and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Skybound Entertainment

Background

Location: Hybrid – work-from-home and office: 303 E Wacker Dr., Suite 2200, Chicago, IL

Type: Full-time, permanent position

Division: Administration

Reports to: Controller

Overview

Intersport, a leader in sports, entertainment, and lifestyle marketing and media for over three decades, provides expertise in the areas of:

• Agency Services: brand consulting, creative, content production, digital, experiential marketing field marketing, hospitality, social media marketing, and sponsorship consulting
• Properties – owned-and-operated live sports and lifestyle events and media assets airing on broadcast and digital networks

Intersport is seeking to add a smart and driven Staff Accountant (SA) to its Accounting team. The Intersport Accounting team is integral to providing company-wide day-to-day financial operations.

The SA should have a four-year college degree, ideally in accounting, a minimum of two (2) years of full-time relevant work experience in accounting. The SA will focus on basic accounting principles that help feed into the larger, overarching functions of the Accounting department.

Responsibilities

General

• Embody and reflect Intersport’s performance-based culture and commits him/herself and team to the highest standards for all work responsibilities
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver executional excellence

Accounting

• Full responsibility for quarter and year end closing, including project reconciliation and work in progress entries.
• Make journal entries; manage debits/credits
• Understand and take ownership of cash forecasting and reporting
• Monthly bank reconciliations
• Responsible for general insurance tracking and reporting
• Responsible for company P&L
• Track and invoice inter-company transactions
• Audit & Review of transactions related to all balance sheet accounts
• Ability to interpret financial information and report variances
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, troubleshoot and draw valid conclusions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Four-year-degree in Accounting/Business or related field preferred
• A minimum of two (2) years’ full-time work experience accounting at the general ledger level
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
• Attention to detail while maintaining ability to multitask
• Strong organization skills, problem resolution, critical thinking and communication skills
• Independent self-started, but also a team player
• Proactive and anticipatory approach to effectively managing a breadth of responsibilities
• Communicates effectively, in both written and verbal form
• Advanced computer skills, with an aptitude to learn new systems & procedures

Intersport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Intersport

This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated professional to help in execution of live sporting events. The Events and Operations Manager will be responsible for event planning, including leading branding and marketing efforts, and providing logistical support to all attendees.

Qualified candidates must possess strong understanding of operations management, have experience in venue and events management, be organized, consistently drive communication and efficiency, and have a passion for sports.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a high quality, safe, and seamless execution of events.
• Oversee outreach and event scheduling, including execution of team functions such as managing speakers, guests, and VIPs.
• Manage virtual and physical venues.
• Provide logistical support.
• Be present for needed preliminary site visits, meetings, and walk-throughs for assigned events.
• Carry out the vision for NLSE Collegiate League tournament events and future NLSE branded events in conjunction with the operations and production teams.
• Ensure all NLSE branded events are operating efficiently while maintaining high standards and quality.
• Work operations and production teams to secure and document all necessary permits, event timelines, public safety plans, event design, and parking plans required in the planning and execution of the event.
• Collaborate and maintaining effective working relationships with third parties and vendors to coordinate the production of events.
• Develop processes that contribute to the financial goals of the organization and oversee established event budgets (budget management, P&L, expense reports, rental invoices, etc.)
• Supports other projects as needed.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience with operations management, including but not limited to facility management, game management, team management and events management.
• Exceptional capacity for managing and leading people, as well as ability to take direction and self-correct.
• Experience with reading, negotiating, and executing contracts.
• Experience with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Impeccable time management and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to support multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Events Management, Television Broadcasting, Film, Media, Journalism, Communications, or any related field.
• Prior experience with sports or entertainment industry.

Next Level Sports & Entertainment

• Performs accounting activities for respective LE’s and ERP systems including reporting, ensures smooth and on-time execution of activities, drives resolution of open issues.
• Maintains accurate cash forecasts. Advocate for timely collections. Coordinates all accounts payable activities for respective LE including employee reimbursement of expenses and credit card matching.
• Liaison with Banks to maintain daily operations running.
• Supports internal and external audit activities.

Main accountabilities and tasks

• Execute accounting processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Including issuing and posting journal entries, reconcile accounts, control GRIR, prepaids, amortization schedules, run reports and execute interfaces between SAP-Tagetik. Reconcile and match intercompany balances.
• Prepare accurate cash forecasts, carefully reviewing 3rd Party collection patterns, Intercompany, payables to suppliers, payroll and anticipating future cash needs. Reconcile on a daily basis Banks and if needed initiate loan requests.
• Set up payment proposals, arrange ACH’s, issue checks, and maintain templates in Banking portals.
• Supports preparation of financial data for tax advisors.
• Establish actions and liaise with Banks and Global treasury to keep operations running and execute tactical measures when needed.
• Serve as the main point of contact for internal and external audits by facilitating audit reviews, providing documentation, and guidance about financial data.
• Coordinate with our remote finance staff for execution of routine processes for A/P, A/R and G/L.
• Perform regular assessments for internal controls.
• Execute timely processes for Travel and expense application (YOKOY) and credit card reconciliation.
• Monitor and aim for progress of workflows in VIM.
• Ensures that the applied practices and procedures are compliant with applicable policies, laws and regulations.
• Supports Controller.
• Ensures application of accounting policies and procedures; maintains appropriate internal control standards in accordance with medmix Accounting Manual
• Responsible for creating and maintaining all SOPs related to financial transactions: A/P, A/R and G/L.

Desired experience and qualifications

Work experience: Five years of experience in Accounting or Finance

Education: Bachelor’s degree in in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Other:

• Communication skills, both oral and written, as required to communicate effectively with others at all levels in the organization and to provide clear and concise information as needed.
• Oriented to achieve goals and deliver results within timeframe.
• Good problem solving and organizational skills and proven ability to prioritize responsibilities and processes.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of business.
• Proficiency in the use of personal computers, MS office and SAP. Strong emphasis on Excel and skills should be advanced.
• IFRS knowledge or previous experience with a foreign parent company.
• Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task, perform work accurately and thoroughly and to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.

Benefits we offer:

• An innovative, vibrant and agile culture
• Growth opportunities in a globally successful and dynamic business on a growth trajectory
• Opportunity to for hybrid or remote work schedule
• Excellent employee benefits including
• Up to three (3) weeks of paid time off beginning your first year
• Twelve (12) company paid holidays per year
• Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability
• medmix Employee Savings Plan / 401k with 100% employer match up to 6% of your annual base salary
• Eligible to receive additional non-elective 401k contributions on a quarterly basis
• Employee Assistance Program that provides you and your family with access to legal and financial advice, WorkLife coaches, Wellness coaches and counseling services
• Access to a wide range of discounts on shopping, entertainment and lifestyle

medmix

Ignite Entertainment is now hiring a motivated and experienced Bar and Restaurant General Manager for a high-volume, upscale, yet approachable bar and restaurant concept in the heart of downtown, Cincinnati.

Experience managing both the and back-of-house staff, hiring, training, report efficiency, and schedule-making are of the utmost importance in this role. Attention to detail is a MUST, as well as excellent communication skills, email, basic computer skills, and technology experience. Staying up to date on current dining and drinking trends, and a thorough knowledge of wine, craft beer, and cocktails, are also necessary for success.

We additionally offer our GMs two weeks of paid vacation, Medical and Dental Insurance after 90 days, an employee discount throughout the entire company, and a flexible schedule, though nights and weekends, and some holidays are required.

5+ years as a Bar and Restaurant General Manager in a high-volume venue is required.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing Shifts and being on the floor
• Ensuring incoming staff complies with company policy
• Training staff to follow restaurant procedures
• Maintaining safety and food quality standards
• Keeping customers happy and handling complaints
• Organizing schedules
• Keeping track of employee hours and scheduling
• Recording payroll data
• Ordering.Maintaining linens, gloves, bar supplies, alcohol, and other supplies while staying within budget limitations

Skills and Qualifications:

Cost Accounting, Developing Budgets, Financial Planning and Strategy, Decision Making, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Verbal Communication, Customer Focus, Management Proficiency, Managing Profitability, Quality Focus

Additional Traits

• Dedication to Providing Exceptional Guest Service
• Exceptional Team Building and Problem-Solving Skills
• Entrepreneurial Spirit
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Planning and Organization Skills

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $70,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance
• Experience level: 5 years

Restaurant type:

Bar

Upscale, yet approachable dining restaurant

Shift:

8-hour shift

Day shift

Night shift

Weekly day range:

Weekends as needed

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Restaurant Management Experience: 5 years (Required)

Licenses/Certifications:

SERV Safe

Driver’s License (Required)

Sommelier Experience Appreciated but not Required

Ignite Entertainment Cincinnati

POSITION OVERVIEW

3’s is looking for an experienced Restaurant General Manager with multiple years of experience in F&B operations with the relentless dedication to creating and delivering the best possible experiences surrounded by incredible food, beverages, and authentic hospitality. This person will be the conductor of the 3’s moto. “Every day we throw a party, the better the party becomes, the more people will come”.

The Restaurant General Manager will lead all facility operations of this reimagined golf experience including newly renovated restaurant and bar, golf course, event and membership sales, merchandising, and actively focus on innovative programming and offerings. The Restaurant General Manager will create a service culture by building and training a high performing team committed to delivering genuine hospitality to our members & guests. The Restaurant General Manager will need to be a hands-on manager that is involved on the floor and works alongside with, trains, coaches, mentors and develops all 3’s employees.

This position is responsible for all business functions including implementing and monitoring the budget, supervising all key staff members, ensuring maximum guest satisfaction, monitoring the quality of the facility’s products and services, creating fun entertaining events, developing menus, establishing policies and procedures, maximizing financial performance, building relationships with their community, and growing the 3’s brand.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

3’s was founded in 2019 by restaurant and hospitality specialist Davis Sezna, with the first location opening in Greenville in 2020. 3’s is an innovative new concept in golf entertainment that combines a 12-hole par-3 golf course with cutting-edge hospitality and entertainment amenities for golfers and non-golfers alike. 3’s is working to reimagining the golf experience to a fun, causal and unintimidating place to experience golf along with a high-quality restaurant & bar. As of 2022, music & screen entertainer Justin Timberlake and his partners at 8AM Golf announced their investment in the company. 3’s Plans to expand to more locations throughout the United States.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and oversee all daily facility operations including F&B, golf, agronomy, sales and marketing
• Hires, develops, and supervises all key employees and drives staff engagement
• Cultivate the hospitality culture through training and on the job coaching
• Leads all sales initiatives and assists with the creation and coordination of the marketing strategy
• Develop & uphold operating standards to drive quality & consistency  
• Develop fun and exciting club events that appeal to both golfers and non-golfers
• Develop and promotion of all revenue sales opportunities for both restaurant & golf operations
• Manage retail merchandise ordering, inventory, and retail sales programming
• Oversee the development of golf instructional programs & golf events by the 3’s Golf Lead 
• Plan new and update existing menus, manage restaurant inventory, and minimize waste
• Works closely with the controller on daily financial reporting and bank deposits
• Process invoices / expenses and prepare financial reports for ownership
• Interact with members & guests to check on the quality of their experience
• Develop relationships with community leaders and organizations to create partnership opportunities for the community and corporate events.
• Create and develop ideas that can be implemented within the 3’s company that can elevate and improve the current experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of facility management in a hospitality environment with restaurant experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to run a professional, efficient, high quality, service oriented restaurant operation
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management and organization skills
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office products and point of sale system
• Ability to work on a team
• Energy and enthusiasm
• A high level of self-awareness, receptivity to change and integrity
• Ability to obtain required licenses and certifications for your location
• Extensive food and wine knowledge
• Experience in event planning & execution
• Strong leadership, motivational and people skills
• Good financial management skills and business acumen
• Critical thinker and problem-solver

3’s

Kitchen Manager

Location: Flix Brewhouse, Albuquerque NM

Salary: $60,000 – $70,000, with additional robust bonus structure

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, PTO accrual, 401k plans with matching, career growth opportunities, cell phone reimbursement, free movies, food, and beer.

Join the team at Flix Brewhouse, the first-ever cinema brewery in America, where we blend the love of film with the joy of craft beer and delicious food!

As a Kitchen Manager at Flix Brewhouse, you will have the opportunity to create exceptional experiences for our guests by leading and managing the daily operations of our kitchen. Your responsibilities will include maintaining food quality and appearance, overseeing inventory regulation, and developing the leadership skills of your team. You will work closely with the General Manager to ensure guest satisfaction and budget compliance.

To be successful in this role, you should be certified in food handling and alcohol service requirements, such as Serve Safe, and have experience as an AKM or KM. You should be self-motivated, positive, and passionate about your work, with a strong understanding of teamwork and the ability to inspire those around you. You should also be skilled at identifying and fostering the growth of emerging talent within your team. In addition, you should be proficient in computer skills, including inventory management, ordering, and recipe maintenance, and possess excellent English communication skills, both written and oral. It is a plus if you are bilingual and able to converse in Spanish at a sufficient level to instruct ESL Spanish staff members.

At Flix Brewhouse, we believe in equal opportunity and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

To learn more about our company, please visit www.flixbrewhouse.com/employment/ and www.linkedin.com/company/flix-brewhouse/.

Flix Entertainment | Flix Brewhouse | Cinema Breweries

Brilliant Consulting Group (BCG) was established in 2005 as a full service event production, branding & marketing company specializing in the entertainment industry. BCG’s professional expertise is in producing and managing events and integrating brands into entertainment events including global film festivals such as Cannes, Toronto and Sundance. BCG has also produced entertainment industry award season parties, private celebrity functions, corporate events and branded popups.

Responsibilities

As Event Manager, you will be responsible for…

Project Planning and Execution:

• Oversee and manage vendors: sourcing new vendors and ways to establish BCG as a unique production company within the industry. Manage relationships with existing vendors. Oversee and direct the vendor ensuring quality of work.
• Work closely and directly with clients to determine event goals and manage client expectations.
• Lead and evaluate the entire production process including project deliverables, agreements, staff, decor, signage, beverage, etc.
• Lead the physical production in the field to ensure the project is produced on brand and to the client’s satisfaction.
• Utilize judgment to resolve issues that arise during the event production process and on-site at client events.
• Manage budget and finances of all events. Stay within budget and ensure client oversight and agreement, including properly communicating with the client regarding budget changes.
• Interface with clients, and maintain a professional attitude when dealing with clients on a day-to-day basis. Update clients on project plans and progress as well as execution.
• Provide consistent, efficient communication internally between colleagues.
• Oversee and create presentations and event recaps. Analyze and present results to clients to establish the success of set project objectives and outcomes.
• Maintain a strong proactive work ethic and stamina.
• Manage logistical needs (travel, housing, hotels, flights).
• Ability to manage and execute multiple events simultaneously.
• Keep detailed notes and documentation to assist in the planning of future projects and to protect Company against legal claims.
• Manage project communications, ensuring that any issues, changes, or required performances that impact the project are documented and addressed to all relevant parties.
• Manage ongoing list and new contacts.
• Manage guest list and RSVP.
• Attend and be actively engaged in all office meetings.
• Be willing and able to travel for work and work long hours and weekends where necessary.
• Maintain accountability for the quality of all deliverables and performance throughout the duration of the project.
• Handle basic administrative functions such as answering phones, making copies, handling mailings.

Creative Ideation:

• Generate, develop, and communicate event ideas, themes, venue ideas, decor, floorplan.
• Ideate from thought cycle, innovation to development and actualization resulting in meeting client objectives.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience:

• 3+ years of direct live event production required.
• Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator, Figma a plus .

Job Type:

• Full-time 

Salary:

• Starting at $85,000/year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Other requirements: 

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Willingness to travel (25%)

Brilliant Consulting Group