Event Planner II - Regional Events Team

Come join our family at In-N-Out Burger!
We have an excellent opportunity for a full time Event Planner II based in our Irvine, CA* office. The Event Planner II will work on the Regional Events team and will report to the Events Manager. The Event Planner is responsible for performing a wide variety of functions related to the implementation of company events for In-N-Out Burger.

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  This position is full-time, in-office only.

General Responsibilities

• Work on the Regional Events team, which plans employee events such as: Company picnics, sporting tournaments, store incentive parties, Christmas party for kids, and other corporate events
• Plan and execute all aspects of social and sporting events for In-N-Out Burger associates, such as researching locations, negotiating contracts, selecting and coordinating vendors
• Events are planned in all the regions where INO operates: California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas, Oregon and Colorado
• Help plan employee events and employee engagement events; Drive company culture; Focus on the employee experience
• Assist with on-going communication with operations personnel regarding event date, location, and other logistics
• Create and manage communications for event attendees
• Proven negotiation skills and diplomacy with vendors to meet company objectives
• Work on a project from inception through completion
• Create process improvements for event planning efficiencies
• Help with onsite and “day-of-event” activities and operations
• Assist and support the Travel Events Department as necessary

Work Schedule + Benefits

• Full-time, Exempt
• Office Hours in Irvine, CA: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm
• Department needs will call for occasional evenings and weekends
• Travel time: It is anticipated that 20% of the work time will be spent in the field and will require overnight and weekend travel to the states where In-N-Out Burger operates
• Excellent Benefits, to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Profit Sharing Plan and 401(k) Plan

Job Requirements:
Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or hotel management, marketing, business, public relations, or relevant field is preferred, but not required; Significant work experience can substitute for a degree
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience as an active event planner, with hands-on experience in all facets of event planning; corporate event planning experience preferred
• Impressive portfolio of previously managed events, such as: Corporate events, large scale productions, sports competitions, festivals, production events
• Experience planning sporting tournaments, competitions, or sporting events a plus
• Certificate in Meeting Event Management preferred, but not required
• Strong time management and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional on-site event operation skills
• Highly motivated self-starter and ability to work independently
• Ability to analyze situations and make decisions with minimal oversight
• Excellent written, verbal and phone communication skills; communication with all levels of management
• Ability to work autonomously/independently, yet be an integral part of an overall team environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft office software, including Word and Excel
• Online registration, attendee registration, and project management systems experience a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time during events
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Must be able to work a variety of hours in order to accommodate events

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