Events And Catering Coordinator

The Events and Catering Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Events and Catering Manager with sales, marketing and oversight of onsite and offsite special events, weddings and catering. Work schedule will include nights and weekends. The Events and Catering Intern must maintain all duties and responsibilities as set forth below and must drive results through event and catering sales and profit maximization.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Event Operations:

• Ensures that all Team Members are informed of all event offerings in order to properly promote and discuss with onsite guests and potential clients
• Answers events/catering incoming calls, documents all event inquiries and maintains a master event calendar with Events and Catering Manager;
• Assists with maintaining detailed up- to-date event files and documents all conversations, orders, special requests;
• Assists with the planning, coordination and execution of private, semi-private and catering onsite and offsite events;
• Responds to email inquiries related to events and provides accurate and detailed information to all potential event prospects;

Additional Responsibilities

• Completing other tasks, projects and job duties as assigned and/or deemed appropriate
• Assists with Team Member birthday program and team incentives
• Assist with daily Restaurant Operations as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Is a brand ambassador both in and outside of the restaurant
• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Excellent organizational skills, communication skills and multi-tasking capabilities
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, Jonas, ADP, POS, Open Table, etc)
• Knowledge of Health Department Standards
• Proven strong communication and leadership skills
• Must be able to stand for 10 hours and work 20-25 hours per week
• Must be in good physical condition and possess good communication skills
• 3 months experience in the food and beverage, culinary or related professional area in a supervisory or management role
• Knowledge and skills in people management including recruiting and scheduling
• Must be alert to management, staff, and guest needs

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
The intellectual and physical demands described below are representative of what must be met by a Crewmember to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable Crewmembers with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to manage all public dealings in a professional manner
• Ability to measure performance, subjectively and objectively
• Ability to accept feedback and willingness to improve
• Ability to recognize problems and problem solve
• Ability to set goals, create plans, and convert plans into action

BENEFITS/PERKS:

• Equity Opportunity - Equity opportunities will be evaluated upon consistent, superior personal and business performance as well as growth into the Area Manager or Director level, either of the two levels required to qualify for such consideration
• Complimentary Team Member Meal & Drink while on Shift
• 50% Discount off any item at any time
• Annual Paid Vacation - Up to ten (10) days per calendar year
• Benefits/Insurance - Eligible for medical, dental, and vision on the first of the month after 60 days in the position