Regional Event Program Manager
Position Title: Regional Event Program Manager
Salary: 125,000-145,000
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Our Passion is Food!
At Bon Appetit Management Company we are committed to two things, great food and outstanding service! At Bon Appetit you won't find our managers referring to a corporate recipe book or our chefs microwaving the lunch special. We do not have standardized recipes or central commissaries, instead, our chefs and managers are expected to stay abreast of current culinary trends and bring cutting edge food into their cafes. We are a restaurant company that operates in contract food service. That means you will have the freedom to be creative, take risks, and truly shine. We are committed to our staff growing, trying new things, and learning all that they can. Our rapid growth and breadth of accounts translates into exciting opportunities for our people!
Job Summary
We’re seeking a strategic and collaborative Regional Event Program Manager to join our Event division and drive the successful implementation and evolution of our Global Events Operating Model (GEOM) across their designated region (NAMER).
This role serves as the regional champion for GEOM ensuring consistent execution, operational excellence, data integrity, and supplier performance across multiple sites. You’ll act as the primary escalation point for complex event needs, partner closely with supplier teams and internal stakeholders, and leverage data insights to continuously improve event delivery and business impact.
Job Details
You'll spend your days on the following: Global Events Operating Model Leadership
· 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.
Supplier & Vendor Management
· 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.
Data, Systems & Insights (EMS Governance)
· 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.
Stakeholder Collaboration & Enablement
· 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.
Continuous Improvement & Market Awareness
· 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.
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Associates at Bon Appetit are offered many fantastic 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
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Bon Appetit maintains a drug-free workplace.
Req ID: 1496959
Bon Appetit
BRYAN GONI
Nearest Major Market: San Jose
Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto
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