Job details
Salary $60,000 - $85,000 a year job type full-time number of hires for this role 1
Qualifications
Us work authorization (required)
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Events management: 4 years (preferred)
Customer service: 4 years (preferred)
Full job description
Events & catering director
Job description
We are searching for a self-starting, ambitious leader with charisma and catering and events management experience to join our team in planning and executing events for our customersThe catering & events director will be the lead team member in our operations and will be responsible for operating our growing and evolving catering and events business, establishing strategic relationships with internal cross-functional partners and external vendors, developing and implementing marketing and promotional campaigns, and enhancing all aspects of the end-to-end catering and events experienceThe ideal candidate for this role should demonstrate exceptional organizational abilities, superb interpersonal skills, multi-tasking skills, and excellent time-managementWe are looking for a leader, someone who is extremely resourceful and great at finding solutions on a whim, can stay positive in stressful situations, and is extremely meticulous and detail-orientedYou`ll manage the whole process from the planning stage, right through to running the event and carrying out the post-event evaluationThe role is primarily hands-on and often involves working as part of a teamYou are a high-performing professional who will manage a team of staffYou will be responsible for managing client relations, along with ensuring the catering offered to our guests is of superior qualityThis is a full-time, salaried position, with some weekend and evening hours required.
Starts immediately
Requirements:
Degree in pr, marketing, hospitality management or related field is preferred, but not required
Minimum of 5 years of experience in hospitality industry including 2 years in management (preferably catering management) is required
Booking, selecting and costing menu items, pricing contracts, and sourcing temporary help and equipment experience is key
Ability to supervise food preparation, service and cleanup is essential
Servsafe certified a plus
Highly organized.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (both written and verbal)
Project management skills
Multi-tasker
Good time management
Proficiency in various event software
Expert interpersonal skills
Computer savvy
Expert problem-solver
Customer-service orientation
Is a highly motivated self-starter
Takes direction and works independently
Have a car or acceptable method of transportation to events
Responsibilities:
Produce detailed proposals for events (including timelines, venues, suppliers, legal obligations, staffing and budgets)
Handle budgeting and invoicing
Research venues, suppliers and contractors, then negotiate prices and hire
Liaise and negotiate with vendors
Obtain permits when necessary
Review and create post-event reports
Oversee and help event manager plan events from start to finish according to requirements, target audience and objectives
Come up with suggestions to enhance the event’s success
Prepare budgets and ensure adherence
Coordinate all operations
Lead promotional activities for the event
Supervise all staff (event coordinators, caterers etc.)
Approve all aspects before the day of the event
Ensure event is completed smoothly and step up to resolve any problems that might occur
Analyze the event’s success and prepare reports
Coordinate and oversee internal and external catering events
Develop and maintain the catering marketing plan including a comprehensive event planning service to clients and detailed menu development
Hire, train, and schedule catering staff, and will be actively involved in the development of existing catering staff in service techniques, menu presentation, policies, and procedures
Ensure successful operations of catering functions including labor cost control, foods cost control and preparation, transportation, setup, operation, and cleanup of all events
Make sure that insurance, legal, health and safety obligations are followed
Provide consistently clear direction and timely communication of client needs to event manager and executive chef to ensure flawless execution of catering and private and public events
Manage all aspects of catering sales, from fielding inquiries, client meetings to developing proposals, negotiating contracts, and confirming payment
Collaborate with the team and to identify and develop best practices for event execution for a stellar guest experience every timeensure client deposits and payments are collected and closed out in a timely manner and that they are accurate
Perform a variety of administrative duties and take on other assignments and special projects as needed
Answer assigned catering phone and respond to any voicemails, text messages, and emails in a timely manner
Utilizes tools and resources to effectively execute all components of their job
Communicate regularly with owner and executive chef regarding staffing, preparation for large orders, and any other items they should be made aware of
Company overview
Cheat a little catering is a full service catering company, serving the peninsula and the greater san francisco bay areaWe specialize in buffet and passed appetizer service, as well as family-style and plated sit-down diningOur executive chef and culinary team offer fully custom-designed menus in a variety of cuisines, including vegetarian, vegan and kosher optionsFrom a large wedding reception or corporate function with hundreds of guests, to an intimate dinner for two celebrating a special anniversaryWe cater to all occasions, including weddings, birthdays, graduations, bridal showers, receptions, luncheons, cocktail parties, holidays and corporate eventsCheat a little is fully insured, food-safety certified, and maintains ongoing training programs for all of our staffWe cater and produce corporate events, social events, weddings, and private parties of all sizesWe are in an exciting new phase right now, growing our company and making several hiresThis is a full-time, salaried position, with some weekend and evening hours required.
Job type: full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
8 hour shift
Holidays
Overtime
Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
San francisco bay area, ca: reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Experience:
Events management: 4 years (preferred)
Customer service: 4 years (preferred)
Work location:
Multiple locations
Work remotely:
Yes
Work location: multiple locations
