What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Coordinator position at Westland Catering Co.?
Job Profile:
The Event Coordinator is responsible for maintaining relationships and building repeat catering sales with existing catering Clients and new Clients. Responsible for organization and execution of catering orders with operational excellence through true hospitality and professionalism.
Magdalena's Catering and Events merged and is now called Westland Catering Co.
Event Responsibilities:
- Assist with planning and working events; shadow Director and Catering team until fully trained
- Train and learn role as Event Lead at partnering venue to oversee events
- Shadow in planning / executing events; creating diagrams as needed
· Respond to client inquiries, create quotes, conduct tours/ tastings, close bookings
- Interact with kitchen staff to help create custom menus for clients, stay up to date on BEO’s
- Guest relations- Stay connected with venues and vendors
· Cross-train in all departments of company
· Continue to stay up to date on marketing pieces
· Work with the team to cover phones while others are out
· Attend networking events
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Must have working knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point
- Must be organized and detail oriented
- Must be able to handle clients and situations that require immediate attention with excellent customer service skills
- Must be pro-active leader and clear communicator with the ability to work a flexible schedule as the business demands
- Must have excellent time management skills
- Must understand and have some working experience in catering, restaurants and or events
- Must have practical knowledge of food preparation and social customs of etiquette, especially in regards to private events
- Must have great Employment References
- Must have flexible schedule to work weekends
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Please email me directly if you are interested with the subject line: Catering Coordinator Role to paige@magdalenastx.com
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17