Event Coordinator

1 year

About Redwood Hospitality

Redwood Hospitality is a Brooklyn-based restaurant group rooted in thoughtful growth, warm service, and a deep respect for craft. Our projects include Place des Fetes, a lively natural wine bar in Clinton Hill; Cafe Mado, a sunlit all-day cafe near the Brooklyn Museum known for great coffee, thoughtful food, and one of the most inviting atriums in the city; and Laurel Bakery, a neighborhood bakery offering handmade breads and pastries for both retail and wholesale.

Were looking for a part-time Event Coordinator to support private event programming at both Cafe Mado and Place des Fetes. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on hospitality, communicates clearly, stays organized, and is motivated to grow event sales through thoughtful planning and strong follow-through.

What Youll Do

• Respond to incoming event inquiries and manage the event calendar

• Coordinate logistics and communication for private bookings, buyouts, and special programming

• Send proposals, invoices, and confirmations using internal tools (Google Workspace, Resy, etc.)

• Liaise with kitchen and service teams to ensure smooth event execution

• Support event marketing via newsletters and social when needed

• Keep clean records, reports, and client communications

A Successful Candidate

• Excellent communicator, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a collaborative, fast-paced setting

• Previous experience in event coordination, restaurant reservations, or hospitality operations preferred

• Self-starter who can manage their workflow and meet deadlines

• Available to work in-person in Clinton Hill and Prospect Heights

• Familiarity with Google Workspace, Canva, ResyOS, or BentoBox is a plus

Pay & Commission Structure

$1822/hour starting wage with monthly commission on event sales.

Compensation: Hourly ($19.00 - $21.00)

Strong Organizational Skills

Ability to Thrive in a Hospitality Environment

Effective Communication Skills

Ability to Handle Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Proficiency in Event Planning

Customer Service Orientation

Attention to Detail in Event Logistics

Ability to Work Independently

Time Management Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Ability to Collaborate With Diverse Teams

Marketing Skills for Event Promotion

Record Keeping Skills

Adaptability to Different Work Environments

Sales Oriented Mindset

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