Bon Appetit · 13 hours ago
Regional Event Program Manager
Mountain View, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $145K/yrBon Appetit Management Company is a restaurant company committed to great food and outstanding service. They are seeking a Regional Event Program Manager to lead the implementation of their Global Events Operating Model, ensuring operational excellence and supplier performance across multiple sites.
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Responsibilities
Lead the implementation, adoption, and ongoing adherence to the Global Events Operating Model across all sites in your region
Champion GEOM standards and brand expectations with professionalism and energy
Serve as the primary escalation point for complex, high-impact, or non-standard event needs
Support the refinement of regional-specific processes within the global framework
Oversee and manage multiple supplier and catering partners across regional locations
Ensure compliance with contracts, global guidelines, service standards, and cost controls
Provide coaching and guidance to supplier teams to drive consistency and continuous improvement
Manage regional vendor relationships to ensure quality, scalability, and cost effectiveness
Own regional data integrity within Event Management Systems (EMS), ensuring accurate entry of budgets, attendance metrics, evaluations, and reporting data
Conduct regular audits, identify gaps, and enforce corrective actions as needed
Analyze EMS reports and KPIs to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
Translate data insights into actionable recommendations that enhance operational efficiency and business impact
Train supplier and site teams on EMS best practices and support system enhancements in partnership with global teams
Collaborate with regional hospitality managers, site teams, and global partners to align event execution and priorities with business objectives
Facilitate regular regional meetings to ensure alignment, surface challenges, and share best practices
Provide strategic consultation to site teams on complex event planning and execution
Lead regional training initiatives to ensure consistent understanding of GEOM, EMS, and service expectations
Mentor and develop site-based Events Points of Contact (POCs), fostering growth in operational excellence and strategic thinking
Conduct site visits and assessments to ensure compliance with global standards while respecting local needs
Stay current on industry trends and regional market conditions to inform strategy and innovation
Contribute regional insights and solutions during global team meetings
Qualification
Required
Experience in managing and implementing event programs
Strong understanding of supplier and vendor management
Ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable recommendations
Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to lead training initiatives and mentor team members
Knowledge of industry trends and market conditions
Strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Event Management Systems (EMS) or similar software
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Paid Parental Leave
Personal Leave
Company
Bon Appetit
bon appétit focuses on what’s current and stylish, while still giving readers valuable cooking tools and tips.
Founded in 1956
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Blair Birch
owner
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