CATERING/EVENT SPECIALIST

Chef's Choice Catering is a renowned catering company known for delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding event management services. With a focus on both corporate and social clients, the company has built a strong reputation for professionalism, quality, and creativity in the catering industry. Chef's Choice Catering is dedicated to promoting a positive image through its commitment to core values such as respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety. This dedication drives every aspect of the business, from menu planning to event execution, ensuring client satisfaction and memorable occasions.

The role of Event Coordinator and Catering Sales Specialist at Chef's Choice Catering is a dynamic and multifaceted position that blends event planning expertise with strategic sales efforts. This role is primarily responsible for promoting, organizing, and executing events for a diverse range of clientele. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in expanding the company's catering business by developing and maintaining valuable client relationships, increasing catering event bookings, and maximizing revenues. This position demands excellent customer service skills paired with strong communication, organizational, and analytical abilities.

An important part of the role includes providing tailored menu planning services, managing rental details, and thoughtfully addressing budgetary concerns for clients to help them create the perfect event experience. Additionally, the Event Coordinator will be expected to actively solicit new catering accounts and sell services to current clients in alignment with the company's aggressive sales goals. To successfully execute these functions, proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with catering management software, such as Caterease, are significant advantages.

Furthermore, the role extends to maintaining Chef's Choice Catering's presence on social media platforms like Facebook, Pinterest, and LinkedIn, to engage current and potential clients and boost brand awareness. The candidate will also represent the company at local wedding expos and community networking events, enhancing community connections and marketing efforts. Flexibility is essential as the position requires the ability to work various shifts, and the candidate must be capable of performing all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Overall, this position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual working within a vibrant catering company that values respect and integrity, and strives for excellence in customer satisfaction and event execution. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of event planning and/or catering sales experience, complemented by strong culinary knowledge and a bachelor's degree, which are desired attributes. This role is perfect for someone passionate about food, events, and sales with a detail-oriented mindset who thrives in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.