In-N-Out

Come join our family at In-N-Out Burger!  

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Event Planner to implement company events for In-N-Out Burger that will align with the company’s overall mission, foster engagement, and create a strong sense of community. 

*This position is 100% in office and will be based in Irvine, CA.

General Responsibilities:

• Assist the Events Supervisor by managing the roadmap and timeline of future event needs. Develop procedures and initiate projects that support the regional events teams planning and preparation.
• Monitor and oversee execution of non-concert events. Offer direction to planners, manage team timelines/project tasks, and ensure successful results.
• Support the Events Supervisor with elevated administrative projects such as design requests, calendar planning, NDAs, COIs, venue sourcing, budget management, staff scheduling, contract reviews and proofing, etc.
• Conduct site visits with planners to vet venues, ensuring they meet the detailed requirements of each event.
• Innovate current practices with new systems and standard operating procedure, manage the communication and implementation of new processes logically, clearly, and promptly.
• Act as a role model, providing training and sharing knowledge and experience with team members to foster a culture of continuous learning.
• Research and develop innovative ideas and creative assets to enhance event engagement, encourage attendee participation, and effectively communicate the organization's goals.
• Manage events, from initial concept and budget creation to venue sourcing, contract negotiation, logistics, and flawless on-site execution.
• Manage production vendors and on-site staff effectively, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment, using wise decision-making, proactively troubleshooting, and creatively resolving day-of-event challenges.
• Conduct post-event analysis to evaluate success and identify opportunities for team improvement.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred (or equivalent experience)
• Certification in Event Planning or Management (e.g. Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), Certified Special Events Professional (CSEP) is desirable.
• ·Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience in event management or a related field. · Experience with diverse event types (e.g. corporate events, weddings, company parties, competition management/sports events, etc.) is desirable.
• Excellent customer service, communication, relationship-building, and negotiating skills

ABOUT In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out Burger was founded in 1948 by Harry and Esther Snyder in Baldwin Park, California, and remains privately owned and operated. Under the direction of the Snyder family, the company has opened restaurants throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas, Oregon, Colorado, and Idaho. In-N-Out Burger’s menu has remained the same since 1948, and we have maintained a simple philosophy – serve only the highest quality product, prepare it in a clean and sparkling environment, and serve it in a warm and friendly manner. We have built a reputation for fresh, made-to-order foods prepared and served by friendly, well trained Associates.

In-N-Out Burger offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. Should there be a need, In-N-Out Burger will provide a reasonable accommodation to complete the interview process upon request.