Director of Events

Love What You Do, Every day. Picture this: Going to work and stepping into 1800 acres of natural beauty, amid the rolling hills and rugged high desert of Central Oregon. Each day, you're surrounded by panoramic views of the towering Cascade Peaks while being a part of a passionate, award-winning hospitality team. Working alongside other top-of-their-game individuals, you'll be dedicated to delivering, creating, and celebrating extraordinary guest experiences in an awe-inspiring setting. The Perks The views are pretty incredible. So are the people who work here. Our team truly is the heart and soul of Brasada Ranch, and they're the reason we are ranked as the #8 Best Resort in the United States by Conde Nast Traveler'. We know our people are instrumental to our success, so we offer competitive pay, great staff perks, and a culture that encourages fulfillment at work and in life. That's why Brasada Ranch is proud to offer our employees the following benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision company sponsored benefit package available to full-time employees 401k with company match Tuition reimbursement program Full golf privileges with guests based on availability Complimentary golf lessons offered with a Brasada Golf Professional Access to the Athletic Club and fitness center based on business demand and availability Generous discounts at all restaurants, spa services, retail and horseback trail rides Annual comp cabin overnight stays for self and/or guest group Complimentary Spa treatments of choice for self and family member per year Role Description The Director of Events is a senior leadership role and a member of the Brasada Ranch Executive Committee, reporting directly to the Hotel General Manager. This position carries executive accountability for the full event lifecycle-from the first client conversation through flawless on-site execution-by unifying the Event Planning Team and Banquet Operations under a single, strategically aligned leader. The ideal candidate is a hospitality professional who has excelled in both the planning/coordination side of events and the hands-on execution side of banquet operations. This dual expertise enables the Director of Events to bridge the gap between guest expectations set during the sales and planning process and the operational realities of delivering world-class banquet service-ensuring every event at Brasada Ranch is seamless, memorable, and profitable. General Responsibilities Directly supervise the Banquet Manager, providing strategic guidance, performance oversight, and operational alignment between planning and execution. Lead, mentor, and develop the Event Planning Team, assigning events to planners based on expertise, client needs, and workload balance. Set clear department goals, KPIs, and service standards for all direct and indirect reports within the Events division. Sets and upholds standards for event detailing, BEO accuracy, and operational communication across the team. Personally leads planning for select high-revenue or high-touch groups; remains hands-on with execution details during the initial ramp period as team standards are established. Develop a high-performance culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, and guest-obsessed service. Conduct regular one-on-ones, performance evaluations, and development conversations for all direct reports. Champion workforce planning, seasonal staffing strategies, and succession planning within the department. Owns operational execution of all groups and resort programming; partners with Club leadership on member programming, with clear lines on calendar, P&L, and on-site ownership Ensure timely and accurate communication between the Event Planning Team, clients, and all resort operations departments throughout the event lifecycle. Ensure each assigned Event Planner serves as the recognized on-site contact during their events, providing active support and decisive resolution of challenges. Oversee event design, including concepts, themes, décor, lighting, signage, and layout, ensuring alignment with Brasada Ranch brand identity. Owns the systems and workflows that support the events business - Delphi, BEO flow, operational communication standards, and forecasting/reporting cadence - and drives ongoing process improvement Collaborate with Northview Marketing and all property departments to ensure accurate and timely representation of programming across digital and on-property channels. Provide strategic leadership to the Banquet Manager, ensuring banquet service operations are executed in alignment with approved BEOs and brand standards. Hold the Banquet Manager accountable for depar