Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $55,000.00 - $65,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) savings plan
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
vacation days
Job Description
The hiring organization is a reputable venue or hospitality-based company specializing in catering services for large events and banquets. With a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences, this establishment places high importance on quality customer service, operational excellence, and seamless event execution. Known for their professional standards and dedication, they offer comprehensive catering solutions designed to meet diverse client needs, ranging from corporate functions to social gatherings. As a full-time role, this position offers an annual salary between $55,000 and $65,000, with a robust benefits package inclusive of health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan and matching contributions,... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 4-6 years catering sales and food and beverage experience
- Proven leadership and performance evaluation experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
- Availability by company cell phone
- Experience with event management software preferred
- Excellent communication skills
- Professional appearance
- Ability to self-direct and work in a team
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexible schedule including mornings, nights, weekends and long hours
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate of Arts or Sciences degree or Bachelor's degree with hospitality or culinary concentration preferred
- 4-6 years catering sales experience combined with food and beverage experience
- Proven track record of leadership and performance evaluation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite in Windows format
- Ability to be available by company-provided cell phone
- Experience with Momentus or similar event management software preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Professional appearance
- Ability to represent the company effectively with employees, clients and guests
- Ability to work self-directed in a team-oriented environment
- High attention to detail and effective prioritization skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and time constraints with minimal supervision
- Flexibility to work mornings, nights, weekends and long hours
Job Duties
- Provide full range of oversight to ensure successful onsite catered events and customer satisfaction
- Plan, direct, coordinate and review work plans for events
- Meet with staff to identify and resolve problems
- Assign work activities, projects and programs
- Monitor work flow
- Review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures
- Oversee daily activities and development of Catering Sales Managers and Coordinators including BEO review and event assistance
- Lead or participate in weekly Catering Sales Department meetings
- Direct and provide feedback to management team during events in absence of AGM
- Interview, select, train, motivate and evaluate direct reports
- Provide or coordinate staff training
- Work with employees to correct deficiencies
- Implement discipline and termination procedures
- Oversee planning, directing and managing day-to-day functions of the Catering Sales Department
- Negotiate and submit finalized BEOs to Assistant General Manager and Executive Chef
- Oversee event coordination
- Ensure contract signatures, cut off dates, deposits are accurate and all contracts processed per company policies
- Maintain group folders and master contracts ensuring all signatures are complete
- Independently resolve and approve any revisions ensuring price quotes align with budget targets
- Authorize and communicate BEO revisions to appropriate departments
- Promptly respond to all customer needs and inquiries
- Develop event concepts from client's visions and ideas
- Develop strong customer relations through frequent, professional, courteous and ethical communication
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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