We are looking to add an experienced, motivated event manager to our [Segment] team in [City]. As an event manager, you will have the opportunity to Plans, directs, and coordinates catered events. Assists in the selection of menu items, schedules catering staff, arranges for facilities or equipment, and communicates customer/client needs to the appropriate personnel, directly supporting the needs/goals of the Senior Director of Sales. Develops and maintains catering accounts and client relations... more details
Manager, Event Services
Job Reference Number: 19385 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Segment: Dining & Events Brand: Design-Cuisine State: District of Columbia (US-DC)
The Role at a glance:
We are looking to add an experienced, motivated event manager to our [Segment] team in [City]. As an event manager, you will have the opportunity to Plans, directs, and coordinates catered events. Assists in the selection of menu items, schedules catering staff, arranges for facilities or equipment, and communicates customer/client needs to the appropriate personnel, directly supporting the needs/goals of the Senior Director of Sales. Develops and maintains catering accounts and client relationships by ensuring customer satisfaction before, during, and after the event.
What you'll be doing:
Ensuring all event information in CaterXpert from the sales team is up to date and fully detailed prior to event/deadlines.
Review event floorplans, day of supervisor packets, pack lists and rental equipment to ensure all information is current and correctly distributed.
Responsible for communicating SCG procedures, standards and expectations to all event staff when on-site. They will be responsible for communicating all pertinent event information to the culinary and operations teams and for completing the day of supervisor packet for use on site.
Assisting in the setup and execution of events
Ensure that event rentals have scheduled deliveries and pickups that are convenient for specialist or venue manager
Maintain calendar of events through Outlook and attend all necessary event meetings and conference calls.
Communicate with sales, culinary and booking staff, as needed, to ensure understanding of menus and client needs
Responsible for the collection and submission of all payments and deposits as it relates to contracted events. They are responsible for ensuring that these payments are on time and responsible for reviewing the weekly AR report and correcting any discrepancies and/or collecting any late payments.
Responsible for nimble trouble shooting and determining the best judgment calls when a quick decision needs to be made.
Managing a staff, holding them accountable for their work and disciplining as needed.
Follow up with photographer’s post event to request event photos
Act as first point of contact for general leads and gather as much detailed information as needed
Process event closeouts on following day of each event
Send out nightly event reminders to internal staff
What we're looking for:
Must-haves:
2 years of catering/food-beverage and/or administrative/event experience
Very organized
Able to work independently and make the right decisions for the business
Basic PC knowledge and comprehension (Word & Excel)
Basic math knowledge and comprehension (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages)
Excellent communication skills
Excellent staff management skills
Nice-to-haves:
Bachelor’s Degree in Management
Where you'll be working:
TBD by recruiter.
Our Benefits:
Medical (FT Employees)
Dental
Vision
Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
Discount Program
Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
EAP
401k
Sick Time
Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
Paid Time Off
About Design Cuisine:
Located in the Washington, DC area, Design Cuisine offers catering and business dining services to clients across the city. With our nation’s historic capital as a backdrop, Design Cuisine creates unforgettable dining experiences every day.
About Elior North America:
Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.
At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.
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