Private Event Director at Kenwood Country Club in Cincinnati, OH

Established in 1930, Kenwood Country Club is the premier family club in the Cincinnati 
area and one of the top Clubs in the Midwest. The club offers tremendous facilities 
including two championship, 18-hole golf courses, tennis, paddle tennis, state-of-the-art 
fitness center, an expansive pool and pavilion area, and a sophistically renovated 
clubhouse. The club has a total of 925 members and remains on a waitlist of 
approximately two years for social membership and five years for golf membership.
At Kenwood CC, our employees are called employee partners because we truly believe it 
takes a partnership between our employees, our Members, and our community to create 
an excellent club and culture. By working at Kenwood CC, you will be surrounded by world 
class amenities, service, and culture. 
The club seeks to hire a Private Event Director. This position will report to the Clubs 
Assistant General Manager. The overall responsibility of the Private Event Director is 
interacting with members and non-members in attracting, securing, planning, and 
executing events. 
The Private Event Director Is Responsible For:
• Attracting, securing, planning, and executing events across all market segments 
(corporate, social, bridal, & golf outings)
• Booking and up-selling business to achieve and exceed budgeted goals
• Answering daily event inquiries
• Contract creation, handling of deposit and payment schedules with members/event 
hosts. Finalizing billing with the help of accounting and food and beverage 
department
• Timely communication with members, guests, coworkers, and vendors via 
telephone and email
• BEO (Banquet Event Order) and diagram creation and details
• Being the main point of contact to the event host from date of inquiry throughout the 
event date and day-of-event-checks
• Attend and facilitate BEO meetings
• Keeping up to date on event trends
• Networking around the Cincinnati area
• Helping with the coordination and planning of member events such as holiday 
brunches, Lobster Bake, Independence Day, etc.
• Providing departmental assistance in the budgeting process.
• Other duties as assigned
Specific skills, abilities and qualifications of the Private Event Director include:
• Strong organizational skills and high-level of attention to detail
• Must be able to work in a high pace environment balancing many different tasks
• High energy and outgoing personality with professional presence and appearance
• Being able to problem solve on your feet while maintaining composure with clients
• Diplomatic team player able to foster relationships with Members, guests, 
employees, and vendors
• Manage and lead the private events sales team, including the Event Coordinator 
position
• Professional and responsive communication to all Members, clients, and 
employees
• Networking inside and outside the Club to obtain 'leads' and build relationships 
with new and existing clients
• Assisting event hosts in developing a menu, floor plan, timeline, etc.
• Effectively partnering with all departments in the planning and execution of events
• Attending functions to meet hosts and ensure everything is as expected and adjust 
as needed
• Develop customized proposals and contracts that align with client needs and club 
standards.
• Collaborate with culinary, operations, and service teams to ensure flawless event 
execution.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and event software experience is a plus
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, and weekends
Education And Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in hospitality, business, or related field a plus but not required
• 3-5 years related experience required
• Experience working in clubs is a plus
• Catering sales experience a plus
• Wedding experience is a plus.
Salary and Benefits:
• This is a full-time position with a complete benefits package. Health, dental, and 
vision insurance per the Kenwood Country Club employee benefit package 
available. Family insurance coverage is available with employee contributions.
• 401(k) plan with 4% Employer Match upon completion of eligibility requirements.
• Employee partner perks include: annual holiday bonus, complimentary employee 
partner shift meals, limited opportunities to play golf, etc