Catering & Events Coordinator

Flik Hospitality Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Flik Hospitality Group is seeking a Catering Coordinator in New York who will handle sales/marketing, administration and event coordination for on- and off-premise catering. The role requires sharp attention to detail and strong communication with clients and internal teams.

The position supports daily operations at the Conference Center, coordinates room setups, inventory and service details, and ensures exceptional guest experiences during meetings and events.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, customer service, and organization skills.
• Proficient computer skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality or Marketing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Will interact as team players, take initiative, and remain alert for imaginative approaches to day‑to‑day tasks
• Will respond positively to Managers/Supervisors on direct requests as required
• Will maintain a professional appearance and grooming standard as indicated in the company employee handbook
• As business dictates, Associates will be flexible with regard to working during lunch breaks, after business hours and on weekends
• Associates should be ready for business and settled 10 minutes before start of shift; mandatory morning walk through sessions should take place before the official start of each day
• Responsible for setting and breaking down meeting rooms based on client requirements
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs., and possess strong organizational and communication skills
• Must be detail oriented, and maintain an accurate furniture inventory, highlighting inventory requirements to Managers and Planners
• Perform daily walk through of entire Conference Center to ensure space is well maintained, organized and clean before and after each event; check rooms against work orders for accuracy on a daily basis
• Highlight issues to Managers and Planners - furniture repairs, etc.
• Ensure that each conference room is equipped with all standard supplies
• Check Conference Center equipment frequently to make certain all is operational at all times (phones, copiers, pc, etc.)
• Set each room with standard prop set (pad, pen, water, candy) each evening, and refresh rooms as required throughout the day
• Follow direction of Manager and Conference Planners regarding client agendas, refreshing conference room during breaks
• Direct clients to appropriate meeting rooms as required
• Assist client with furniture requests before and during meeting if necessary
• Work a flexible daily schedule, including weekends depending on business demands
• Remain accommodating to all clients during a rapidly changing environment
• Focus on maintaining strong customer service skills
• Must be strong team player

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or Marketing

Job description

Flik Hospitality Group is seeking a Catering Coordinator in New York who will handle sales/marketing, administration and event coordination for on- and off-premise catering. The role requires sharp attention to detail and strong communication with clients and internal teams.

The position supports daily operations at the Conference Center, coordinates room setups, inventory and service details, and ensures exceptional guest experiences during meetings and events.