Craft Events. Create Experiences. Build Community.
At Barrel One Collective (B1C), we believe great beer deserves great experiences. We're searching for an Events Manager to lead and grow our events program at Harpoon Brewery’s flagship location in Boston’s Seaport. This is more than a planning role—it's an opportunity to shape one-of-a-kind events, drive revenue, and build lasting guest relationships in one of the city’s most vibrant venues.
You’ll oversee everything from high-energy festivals and public programming to private events and restaurant promotions. This position blends hospitality, creativity, sales, and operational excellence in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.
What You’ll Do
Event Sales & Client Relations
- Drive event revenue by prospecting new business and nurturing client relationships
- Serve as the primary contact for event inquiries—pitch, propose, and close deals
- Tailor proposals and event packages to meet client goals and budgets
- Build repeat and referral business by delivering standout guest experiences
Event Planning & Execution
- Own the end-to-end planning of all private and public events
- Lead internal communication through Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) and planning tools
- Manage event logistics including vendors, permits, catering, A/V, and more
- Ensure smooth operations from setup to breakdown—hands-on and detail-driven
Programming & Activations
- Develop and schedule public-facing events like trivia, live music, and seasonal celebrations
- Collaborate with marketing to drive awareness and participation
- Vet acts and activations to create engaging, on-brand guest experiences
Festival Management
- Lead planning and execution of major festivals and large-scale experiences
- Handle budgets, vendor partnerships, permitting, staffing, and day-of logistics
- Ensure safety compliance and a positive relationship with city and neighborhood stakeholders
Restaurant Collaboration
- Work closely with FOH/BOH leadership to align food, beverage, and staffing with event plans
- Promote in-restaurant activations that enhance guest experience and drive revenue
- Support seamless restaurant operations during and around events
Marketing & Promotion
- Partner with the marketing team to develop and deploy compelling event campaigns
- Leverage social media, email, and community outreach to boost attendance
- Provide content ideas and insights that reflect current trends and location-specific opportunities
Post-Event Performance
- Collect feedback from clients and guests to refine future offerings
- Analyze key metrics like guest satisfaction, sales, and budget performance
- Apply insights to continuously improve the event program
What You Bring
- 2+ years experience in event planning, hospitality, or restaurant management
- Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills
- Sales-savvy with the ability to close deals and build lasting client relationships
- Passion for community engagement and brand-driven experiences
- Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and festivals
- Bonus points for brewery or large-scale event experience
Why B1C at Harpoon?
At Barrel One Collective, we craft not just beer but community—and nowhere is that more alive than at Harpoon Brewery in Boston. Join a team that values creativity, hospitality, and hustle. You'll have the freedom and support to make your mark while being part of something bigger.
Apply now to join the team that’s redefining craft beer hospitality.
