Catering Coordinator (FT) (AM) (\"Coordinador/a de Catering\")

Evans Hotels; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel rooms for you and up 

Free employee parking

Free meals & refreshments during shift

Health & dental benefits; 401k with 1:

Job summary

The Lodge at Torrey Pines, part of Evans Hotels, is seeking an experienced Catering Coordinator to provide administrative support for the Catering department. You will assist with marketing projects and coordinate events under the Director of Catering, creating growth opportunities within Catering, Weddings and Event Management.

This entry-level position offers hands-on training, weekly reports, and exposure to high-profile events at a luxury venue managed by Evans Hotels.

Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years of relevant experience and/or training.
• Previous similar position in a hotel, or similar business entity preferred.
• Availability to work on weekends and holidays is required.

Responsibilities

• Answer all incoming phone calls and direct to the proper manager.
• Greet and receive all guests, determine appointment vs. walk-in, direct to proper manager.
• Assist with booking and typing BEOs for events and daily changes.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Weekend/holiday availability

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedJob Location: Lodge - La Jolla , CA 92037Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $26.25 - $29.35 HourlyJob Shift: Day / EveningJob Category: Sales - Non Management

LOCATION

The Lodge at Torrey Pines Step into the timeless craftsman charm of The Lodge at Torrey Pines. Overlooking the world-renowned Torrey Pines Golf Course with views of the Pacific Ocean, the AAA Five Diamond rated resort features 170 rooms and suites, 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, versatile meeting spaces, and unprecedented service. The Lodge at Torrey Pines is owned by Evans Hotels, LLC, a family-owned and operated business committed to supporting and enhancing employee well-being through a variety of programs that nurture our staff professionally and personally. We offer hands-on manager and leadership training, employee appreciation days, and staff awards and recognition. Our team is also dedicated to serving our community through initiatives like company-wide beach clean-ups and volunteer opportunities.

SUMMARY

The Catering Coordinator ("Coordinador/a de Catering") will provide all aspects of administrative support for the Catering department; perform marketing projects and other tasks as assigned by the Director of Catering. This is an excellent entry level position into Catering, Weddings and Event Management with growth potential.

PAY & PERKS

• Compensation: $26.25 - $29.35 DOE**
• Earn $1000 for Culinary, Engineering, Housekeeping, and $350 for all other roles for each hired referral at any Evans Hotels property.
• Discounted Hotel Rooms for you, family and friends
• Free Employee Parking and/or discounted MTS Pronto card
• Free Meals & Refreshments during working shifts
• Career advancement opportunities!
• Health (including SIMNSA), Dental, Vision, 401k with match, life insurance, sick and vacation time.
• Discounts on cell phone bills, shoes, gym memberships, and more!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Answer all incoming phone calls, direct to proper manager. Respond to voice mail messages and/or direct to proper manager.
• Greet and receive all guests, determine if guest is appointment or walk-in, direct to proper manager. Assist with sites as requested
• Responsible for distribution of weekly BEO pilot and daily changes/events to all departments. Assist managers in typing BEO’s.
• Obtain all guarantee numbers for catering events. Assist managers in obtaining account numbers and tracking client deposits and collecting final payments.
• Responsible for all weekly event reports as requested by manager or Director as well as monthly sales reports. Daily maintenance of actual sales report. Pace Booking Reports monthly. There will be extra reports requested on an individual basis.
• Responsible for booking and typing BEO’s for all in-house meetings.
• Maintain and order all supplies for Catering department./ responsible for calling service for maintenance or breakdowns of office equipment
• Perform monthly correspondence for weddings, special events, holiday parties, and other marketing projects as directed.
• Responsible for creating files and maintaining filing system for managers and Director
• The position is to be developed as to where the Coordinator will handle repeat corporate groups with minimal food and beverage requirements.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as directed by the leadership team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 1-2 years of relevant experience and/or training.
• A combination of experience, education, and/or training may be substituted for either requirement.
• Previous similar position in a hotel, or similar business entity preferred.
• Availability to work on weekends and holidays is required.
• Must be able to attain a valid San Diego County Food Handler certification upon hire. Evans Hotels will provide this training and is to be completed at the company’s expense.
• RBS Certification required.
• Ability to always maintain a friendly, professional, team-oriented, positive demeanor and diplomatic attitude, especially under stress or challenges.
• Ability to stand, kneel, squat for prolonged periods of time, up to and including, the entire shift and lift up to 25 lbs.
• The following position will be filled in accordance with the process set forth in California Labor Code Section 2810.8 and San Diego Municipal Code 311.0101 et. seq.

**The pay scale posted is the salary or hourly wage range that the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position during the first year of employment. The posted range does NOT include potential additional types of compensation, such as gratuities, service charges, commissions, or bonuses. Actual compensation offered may fluctuate based on qualifications and/or experience.