Events + Catering Director

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
  
  
  

Company Overview

Hiring good people, training them for excellence, and giving them room to grow is what sets us apart from others. We are looking for friendly, dependable, honest, hardworking individuals to complement our positive culture and team. At So Hospitality Group, we want to bring together caring, intelligent, innovative people who love to serve and lead others and are looking to join a growing company. So

Hospitality Group currently consists of 3 different restaurant brands in multiple cities and growing, so your opportunities are endless!

Job Summary

Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of event sales and planning experience, have a passion for service, fine dining, wine, beer, cocktails, and most importantly, hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Solicit new clients for corporate events to show and sell the space
• Meetings, seminars, cocktail parties, holiday parties, etc.
• May require some travel
• Show and sell the venue to parties
• Wedding receptions, birthday parties, anniversary parties, etc.
• Maintain client relationships
• Interact with host at events
• Return emails and phone calls in a timely manner
• Work well with others
• Send proposals to guests to fit their needs or budget
• Follow up with all guests
• Attend weekly 612North meetings
• Assist with any other needs that may arise
• Cleaning and organizing the Corporate Office
• Organize and possess high level of administration ability to effectively manage incoming and outgoing orders and documentation
• Set up and break down for events
• Marketing for special events for Drunken Fish and/or 612North
• Assist in updating our online advertising profiles for 612North on The Knot, WeddingWire, and other websites
• Assist with any marketing events, such as wedding shows, trade shows, and charity events
• Timely coordination with Culinary Team for all booked events
• Ability to work with multiple managers and stay organized
• Coordinate all needs for Outdoor Events and execute or delegate tasks
• Applications, ordering, schedule staff, etc.
  
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Event planning and/or catering experience is required
• Management experience is recommended
• Must possess excellent customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Sales-driven mentality with proven track record
• Proficient in Microsoft Programs
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Good organizational skills and time management
• Detail-oriented and ability to multitask
• Work as an integral part of the Drunken Fish/612North team and culture
• Create and continuously reinforce a positive and safe work environment
• Act as role model for company standards and uphold all policies and procedures within the company
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 21 years old
• Education: High School or equivalent
• High Energy and Passion for the industry
• 5 years prior professional experience in restaurant management and/or sales
• Approved state alcohol training required
• Good people management skills, communication and listening skills.
• Demonstrate time management and organizational skills
• Must be internally motivated and detail oriented and have a passion for teaching others
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends and holidays
  
  
  

Benefits/Perks

• Employee Discounts
• Opportunity for Fast Advancement
• Competitive Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance