Event Planner

Salvatore’s Events and Catering is a premier event venue in the South Hills of Pittsburgh in search of a full-time Event Planner to join the team and hit the ground running in a fast-paced events and catering environment. This family-owned facility specializes in catering to all events from small business meetings to grand weddings.

Responsibilities:

-Develop existing client base, effectively solicit new prospects and former bookings for the purpose of selling catering services and event spaces

-Maintain contact with existing and prospective clients, both corporate and social, through emails and follow-up phone calls

-Conduct venue tours and create positive experiences for the clients during visiting appointments

-Discuss planning needs with clients, make personalized contracts, detail the files for each event with menu choices, room set-up, and beverage service, to ensure solid communication with staff

-Complete office administrative duties such as following up on inquiries, answering emails, record keeping, and placing vendor orders

-Oversee wedding and private party set-ups and itineraries to make sure we exceed expectations

-Maintain effective and efficient communication with all departments (chefs, bartenders, waitstaff, maintenance, etc.)

-Work with outside vendors, including bakeries, specialty linen companies, florists, etc. to coordinate timely delivery and set up

-Take photos of events and updates social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Google)

Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

- Business/Event Planning and related experience is preferred

- Available to work full-time including evenings and weekends

- Positive demeanor and willingness to find solutions to unpredictable challenges

- Must be proficient in computer knowledge including Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, Publisher)

- Detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated

- Professional and polished appearance

-Fluent in social media and it’s trends

-Knowledge of Canva

Skills and Qualifications:

- Excellent written and oral communication, telephone skills, organization, and interpersonal skills

- Ability to assess and multitask

- Ability to manage and train employees

- Ability to maintain calm under pressure

- Ability to exemplify teamwork approach

Job Types: Full-time

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20