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Catering Event Manager
Seeking creative, innovative individual with experience in the areas of event sales, catering and event execution. At the core as a primary driver are event sales including, but not limited to; corporate, private, celebratory, weddings, etc. Must be highly resourceful with a strong work ethic, a solid skill set, willingness to learn, and team player possessing both quick thinking and flexibility is ideal.
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Network and seek out new clients
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Manage leads
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Meet with clients to plan event and establish budget
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Negotiate and oversee contracts
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Manage social media site (posting, monitoring and responding to comments)
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Stay up to date on current wedding and event trends
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Plan and manage the logistics of an event, including room space, guests, vendors, catering, set-up and break down
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Manage event staff
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Involved in all aspects of event (ability to jump in where needed to ensure event is successful)
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Track catering food/bar costs and profitability
CHARACTERISTICS/SKILLS
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Outgoing with a dynamic personality
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Leadership and planning skills
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Strong customer service
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Marketing budget ability
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Contract negotiating skills
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Creative, out-of-the box thinking
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Competent/confident decision-maker
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Resourceful problem solving
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Team player
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Embracing of all cultures and people
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Careful consideration of all aspects of business as applied to Mission, Vision, and Values of organization
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
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Willingness and ability to adhere to and enforce company employee guidelines (i.e. Planet Aqua Group – site specific policies and guidelines
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Five (5) years’ experience in catering sales, marketing or combination of management including customer service preferred
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Must complete successful background check/drug screening
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Demonstration of experience/acumen with outlined responsibilities
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Willing to work flexible schedule including weekends, holidays, and late evenings
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BA/BS, extensive experience, or combination of both preferred
Salary range is dependent upon experience with a structured commission package. Includes medical, visual and dental benefits after a 90 probationary period. Position reports to General Manager.