Events Manager Jobs

Overview
We are an offsite catering company located in downtown Oakland, serving the greater Bay Area, from Napa to Silicon Valley. We use locally-sourced and sustainably raised and caught produce, meat, and seafood to create meals that are satisfying, and responsible for the environment.
Our professional, service-oriented staff create simple, rustic, and elegant presentations. We are looking for a motivated, career-focused Event Manager able to exceed guest expectations, for a hands-on role in event preparation and execution.
The Event Manager will:

• Communicate with colleagues and clients in a timely manner
• Coordinate onsite vendor activities
• Execute event timelines, floor plans and other event specifications
• Pack event equipment for upcoming services
• Tour venues, compile and coordinate logistics, and verify event details
• Create and complete event paperwork (e.g. floor plans, timelines, and debriefs)
• Ensure quality of service as onsite client liaison
• Supervise and delegate to onsite staff
• Load and unload company vehicles
• Deliver, setup, and breakdown food and equipment

Our ideal candidate will have:

• 1-3 years experience as event lead or manager in catering, restaurant or wedding planning
• Polished appearance and manners, and respectful approach
• Excellent organization and time-management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
• Availability days, evenings, holidays, and weekends as needed
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Able to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion, and up to 35 pounds regularly
• Serve Safe and DOT registration required within two weeks of hiring
• Problem solving ability, and a sense of urgency in completing tasks
• Proficient in Google Suite
• College degree, or equivalent experience
• Leadership skills with strong attention to detail
• Remaining calm in stressful situations