Catering Coordinator - Washington, D.C

Rebel Hotel Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Catering Coordinator to manage local catered events and meetings. This full-time position involves generating contracts, coordinating logistics, and ensuring exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and organizational skills, along with a passion for sales and achieving targets. Join a vibrant team that values collaboration and creativity, and make a significant impact in delivering memorable experiences for guests. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role with a proven track record.
• Ability to coach selling techniques to Team Members.

Responsibilities

• Generate contracts and BEOs in support of Senior Catering Managers.
• Maintain excellent working relationships with clients and support departments.
• Conduct property tours to promote facilities and services.

Skills

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Customer service

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Selling capabilities

Organizational skills

Education

Degree-level qualification in relevant field

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Job Title: Catering Coordinator

Location: Washington, District of Columbia - On-Site, In Person Position

Department: Events

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Reports To:

Job Summary: Solicits, secures arrangements, coordinates, and conducts follow-up for small local and group catered events as well as dry meetings and convention affiliates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate contracts and BEOs in support of Senior Catering Managers
• Generate food and beverage revenue for groups and meetings of 50 or less guests with 10 or less guest room nights by responding to customer inquiries promptly
• Handles negotiations with meeting planners and generate Banquet Event Orders based on agreed contractual terms. Prepare and process all required paperwork to include BEOs for groups with room blocks of 10 or less, and all other related correspondences with clients
• Support daily distribution of BEO's, reader boards and change logs
• Maintain excellent working relationship from initial lead call through follow-up solicitation and maintain contact with all support departments, including banquets and functions room departments, until event conclusion
• Conduct property tours to promote facilities and services
• Work with Administrative Assistants in maintaining file room and proper stocking of Catering Marketing Collateral
• Represent the catering department as needed

Required Skills, Experience and Knowledge:

• Positive attitude and good communication skills
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
• Excellent grooming standards
• Strong leadership skills, whereas it is evident that you can effectively manage and motivate a team to perform beyond expectations
• Strong analytical skills so to understand key business indicators and competitive trends and develop approaches to these challenges
• Excellent selling capabilities and the ability and desire to coach selling techniques to Team Members
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Experience in a similar role with a proven track record

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Knowledge of local market
• Knowledge of hospitality
• Passion for sales and for achieving targets and objectives
• Degree-level qualification in a relevant field would be advantageous

Working Conditions / Environment: The following outlines the work environment Associates will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Location: On-Site, In-Person Position

Background Check Required: Yes

Salary Range: $28-$38 /hr

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Position Requirements

Required Skills, Experience and Knowledge:

• Positive attitude and good communication skills
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
• Excellent grooming standards
• Strong leadership skills, whereas it is evident that you can effectively manage and motivate a team to perform beyond expectations
• Strong analytical skills so to understand key business indicators and competitive trends and develop approaches to these challenges
• Excellent selling capabilities and the ability and desire to coach selling techniques to Team Members
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Experience in a similar role with a proven track record It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:
• Knowledge of local market
• Knowledge of hospitality
• Passion for sales and for achieving targets and objectives
• Degree-level qualification in a relevant field would be advantageous

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Salary Range $28 - $38 per hour

Position Catering Coordinator

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

This position is currently accepting applications.

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