What are the responsibilities and job description for the Events Coordinator position at Savory Hospitality?
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits :A little about us
Savory is a multi-tiered catering and hospitality company on a mission to elevate the corporate catering experience, making it fresher and more reliable. Savory is a fast-paced environment focused on quality food experiences and hospitality excellence. We are based in the heart of New York City, offering culinary programs that include meeting catering, office-wide meals, receptions, and events. We know and understand the key issues facing corporate dining, and we have the best solutions. Our custom 10,000 square foot commissary located in Bryant Park allows us to minimize your onsite back of house needs, resulting in food service that is nimble, lightweight, and cost-efficient. Our rapid growth has prompted us to seek qualified individuals that will be a positive addition to our tight-knit family and help shape the future of Savory.
A little about the Role
We are currently seeking an Events Coordinator to join the team at Savory Hospitality. Our ideal candidate will be someone who can effectively multi-task in the catering and events world because they are involved in every stage and process of an event, ensuring that it is executed successfully. The Events Coordinator will be responsible for providing effective oversight for event set-up and staff management. Events Coordinators will also be working closely with culinary, events, logistics, sales & accounts managers, and company clients, to achieve memorable and successful events.
A little about You
We are very particular with who we bring on board as we want to make sure they are values aligned with the companys mission statement, their potential management, and their colleagues alike. We really promote a family-oriented culture because who doesnt want to work in a great environment where everyone feels like family! We are looking for people who are :
- Independently Driven, takes pride in their work, and can manage themselves when not being watched
- Authentic people that arent afraid to show how their uniqueness is a force to be reckoned with. (We love the creativity of someone being themselves!)
- Curious-minded and passionate people who have a keen desire to learn more for operations, hospitality, food, and drink
- Collaborative at heart and believe in getting things done as a family is just as important as getting things done alone (We all eat together!)
- Has a solutions-oriented mindset and works on solving for potential problems ensuring successful measures are in place in the future .
- Must be a team player with a warm personality and honest values
- Minimum of 2 years experience in Hospitality Industry or equivalent relevant experience
- Must have exceptional inter-personal and client service skills, with polished personal presentation
- Must be organized and detail oriented with a particular strength in time management, and multitasking
- Effective and professional listening, as well as verbal and written communication skills
- Willing to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, occasional weekends, and holidays
- Must be innovative, savvy and remain calm under pressure
- Actively promote excellent service and hospitality throughout all events
- Organize and oversee designated events, coordinating between Hospitality Managers, Culinary, and Operations teams to ensure proper preparation and execution
- Maintain correspondence with client throughout event preparation and execution to ensure client and attendees needs are met and / or exceeded
- Display full understanding of BEOs used for each event and the details they encompass
- Oversee event set up, execution and breakdown, including checking in with client to ensure expectations are met or exceeded
- Establish and maintain excellent client relationship throughout the duration of the event as well as afterwards to retain the business
- Participate in weekly event meetings to discuss past and future events
- Assist Senior Hospitality Managers with projects as needed
- Help maintain event tracking systems including equipment, liquor / beer, etc.
- Assist with monthly equipment, liquor / beer, and dry goods inventory
Overview of Responsibilities
