Lead Event Planner Large-Scale Catering & Events

Elephants Delicatessen is a well-established and beloved catering and delicatessen company based in Portland. Known for its commitment to serving high-quality, locally sourced food, Elephants Delicatessen has built a strong reputation for excellence in catering services for a range of social and corporate events. The company prides itself on fostering deep community connections and delivering memorable culinary experiences tailored to clients' individual needs. Elephants Delicatessen operates with a customer-first mindset, ensuring every event it handles is executed with meticulous attention to detail and outstanding service performance.

The company is currently seeking a dedicated Event Planner to join its team on a full-time basis. The role focuses on managing large-scale catering events, covering both social gatherings and corporate functions. This position is integral to coordinating successful events from initial planning stages through to execution, which includes being the primary point of contact for clients throughout the event process. The Event Planner will work closely with clients to understand their event goals, develop customized menus and service plans, and coordinate logistics to ensure flawless event delivery. Additionally, this role involves representing Elephants Delicatessen at relevant trade shows to maintain visibility in the event planning industry and to build relationships with prospective clients.

Candidates for this role must bring a minimum of four years of relevant sales experience, demonstrating strong client management and event planning skills. A High School Diploma is required, and proficiency in event planning software such as Caterease is preferred to efficiently manage event details and streamline communication. The position offers a flexible schedule, which includes occasional weekend work, adapting to the nature of catering events that often occur outside traditional business hours. This opportunity is ideal for professionals passionate about combining their sales expertise, planning skills, and love for food service into a dynamic role that impacts client satisfaction and company growth.

As part of Elephants Delicatessen, the Event Planner will be supported by a team of dedicated culinary experts and service professionals who are passionate about delivering top-tier catering experiences. The company fosters a collaborative work environment where creativity and client service excellence are valued. Joining Elephants Delicatessen means becoming part of a community-focused organization that values its employees and provides opportunities for professional development and engagement in the thriving Portland food and events scene.