What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catering/Events Coordinator position at Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living?
Location :
Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living
We are hiring a Full Time Catering / Event Coordinator. In this role, you are responsible for assisting with all aspects of catering and event coordination, including the setup, execution, and breakdown of community events.
What we offer :
Compensation : $20 - $24 per hour based on experience
- Quality of life – most of our restaurant's team members are out before 9pm
- PTO, volunteer hours, and competitive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
- 30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices!
- A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
- Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!
- Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
- 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
How you will make an impact :
Coordinate the overall efficiency of all catered events while staying within the budgeted parameters.
Plan, coordinate, and book all functions and events.
Ensure proper portioning of foods and attractive plate presentation.
Work with customers to discuss and price catering packages.
Ensure that all services and programs comply with federal, state, and / or local laws and statutes.
What you will need :
A minimum of 2 years’ restaurant / food service management experience, including catering experience.
Knowledge and proficiency of computers and excellent interpersonal skills
Must be able to read, write, understand and communicate in the English Language.
Be able to lift and / or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to work some weekends and holidays.
Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.
Riderwood is a beautiful 120-acre continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring, Maryland. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Riderwood helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.
Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law
Salary : $20 - $24
