Catering & Events Coordinator

North Las Vegas, NV, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $27.10

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

training programs

Career Development

Job Description

Fontainebleau Las Vegas is a luxury resort and casino located on the Las Vegas Strip, known for its sophisticated design, exquisite dining options, and exceptional event hosting capabilities. As a prominent name in the hospitality and entertainment industry, Fontainebleau Las Vegas offers a dynamic and innovative work environment designed to attract talent dedicated to creating memorable experiences for guests and clients. The resort is committed to inclusive employment practices and fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and professional growth among its team members. They prioritize the integration of diverse perspectives and strive to provide a welcoming, supportive workplace where employees can flourish and contribute actively to the company’s renowned service and operational excellence.

The Catering and Events Coordinator role at Fontainebleau Las Vegas plays a crucial part in ensuring the successful planning and execution of catering services and special events such as weddings and social gatherings. This position supports the entire Catering and Events department by managing daily operations, facilitating communication, assisting in the preparation of event-related documents, coordinating with vendors, and providing top-tier customer service. The coordinator will be deeply engaged in the logistics and administration supporting events, contributing to the delivery of a seamless and luxurious guest experience. They will manage various responsibilities that include data entry, client consultation, event planning support, and collaboration with different internal teams and external suppliers.

The role is hourly, with a wage of $27.10 per hour, and requires someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, sometimes high-pressure environment. The ideal candidate will be experienced in hotel catering and events, preferably in a luxury resort setting, and possess strong communication and interpersonal skills necessary for client interaction and vendor coordination. Knowledge of relevant event and hospitality software such as Amadeus and Delphi is essential. This position demands flexibility with work hours, including holidays, nights, and weekends, to meet the needs of an active event calendar. The Catering and Events Coordinator is fundamental in maintaining the high standards of Fontainebleau Las Vegas’ event experiences, working collaboratively with a supportive team to achieve client satisfaction and event success.

Job Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age
Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of one year of hotel experience in catering and events
Experience in luxury guest experience training
Delphi and Amadeus diagramming experience
Knowledge of meeting room capacities, banquet set-up, audio-visual requirements
Ability to work under pressure and manage stressful situations
Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Pleasant disposition and professional appearance
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills
Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule including holidays, nights, and weekends
Ability to work in a fast-paced, busy, and stressful environment

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably in a large, luxury resort setting
Minimum of one year of hotel experience in catering and events
Experience in luxury guest experience training
Delphi and Amadeus diagramming experience required
Knowledge of meeting room capacities, banquet set-up, audio-visual, and pertinent details as related to function and room set-up preferred
Ability to work under pressure and manage stressful situations during busy periods
Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Pleasant disposition and professional appearance
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule including holidays, nights, and weekends
Ability to function under time constraints and deadlines

Job Duties

Participate in daily departmental operations including reporting, training, distribution, change log, daily BEO meeting, daily events
Develop and maintain all filing systems for department operations
Create and maintain a work environment which promotes teamwork, performance, feedback, recognition, mutual respect, and Member satisfaction
Answer telephones and direct calls to appropriate departments
Retrieve and distribute departmental mail
Filter and input inquiries into Amadeus and assign accordingly
Assist team in providing service levels resulting in maximum profitability and the highest guest satisfaction
Assist team in preparing for site visits, pre-planning meetings, in-house events, special events, pre-cons and post cons
Assist team in generating catering, wedding, social catering and event prospectus, contracts, and event orders and all production requirements
Assist team in preparation for group arrivals including transfers, amenities, affiliates, VIPs, group resume, room inspections, restaurant and spa reservations, banquet event orders
Maintain an open perspective, provide ideas to better the department and adapt to changing environment
Follow Fontainebleau Las Vegas policies, procedures and SOPs
Continually audit office management and administration systems to implement improvements and keep office supplies stocked
Support Wedding and Event Managers in creating and developing wedding packages
Collaborate with vendors for decor, entertainment, floral, photography, graphics
Consult and confer with clients on wedding inquiries including ceremony and reception venue details and overall execution
Temporary or permanent duties and responsibilities may be added or modified as necessary