Catering Operations Manager/Event Manager

Job Summary

As an Event Manager supporting our Catering Operations team, you will have the outstanding opportunity to attend, implement and support the successful execution for on and off premise company events.

You will play a key role in collaborating with cross functional teams, while advising our clients as to scope, expectations, setting menu, collateral entertainment to have a successful event.
You will partner with senior management to discuss strategies, objectives, and obstacles. Monitors and strategize to reach annual targets and new market solutions. Directs and leads the cross-functional teams.

We are looking for a proficient individual who will enjoy being part of our collaborative culture. The successful candidate will have a consistent track record of accomplishments, demonstrated team building & customer experience with the ability to influence & interact with all levels of the organization. The Event Manager will be a business savvy individual, who possess ability to multi-task, With strong attention to detail & excellent communication skills in presentation and marketing ability.

Some of the Key Responsibilities:

Organizes, leads, and motivates the catering support teams, as the liaison between Sales Managers, Supervising Chefs, Staffing, Captains, Suppliers, Vendors, Rental Companies and Clients as needed to plan and implement outstanding & successful events.
* Manages vendor contracts & financial objectives & analysis while ensuring for satisfaction with the services delivered.
* Plans staff and event schedules.
* Accurately distributes all pertinent information to all departments as well as to clients and related vendors.
* Performs final review and assessment of catering events assuring they have met Occasions performance and quality standards.
* Excellent hospitality with consistent track record to handle the superior customer experience.

Qualifications:
* Operationally savvy industry professional with demonstrated leadership in leading people, events and the overall guest experience.
* Self-Motivated to work independently and part of a team, with strong organization, time management and team motivation skills are crucial for success in this role.
* Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with various stakeholders.
* Ability to respond effectively to evolving changes & priorities.
* Demonstrated experience in budgeting, P&L, labor and sales forecasting and reporting.
* Effective use of discretion to problem solves in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent negotiating skills
* Ability to establish credibility with senior culinary professionals.
* 3-5 years’ experience in a hospitality management environment (preferably in an off-premises catering environment)