Event Coordinator

BakerStreet Steakhouse; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

BakerStreet Steakhouse in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an enthusiastic Events Coordinator to ensure successful weddings, parties, and private dining experiences. You will lead the catering team, coordinate with guests, managers, and kitchen staff, and negotiate arrangements for each event.

The role requires strong communication, organization, and mentoring abilities, with hands-on participation in caterings when needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in computer skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to talk on the phone.
• Extremely organized, dependable and timely.
• Demonstrates problem-solving and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Talk with clients about events to ensure a happy outcome.
• Lead staff at events and caterings.
• Coordinate with guests, managers and kitchen staff for event success.
• Negotiate pricing and contracts with clients.
• Maintain organization of private rooms and catering areas.
• Inform staff about upcoming events at meetings.
• Coordinate with local venues and events where business is affected.
• Create, mail, and document gift card submissions.
• Conduct first interviews for greeter positions and train staff.
• Work on caterings when needed and be present at large events.
• Schedule interviews for chefs and managers.
• Update catering menu as it changes; manage inventory and restocking.

Skills

Communication

Computer skills

Phone communication

Organization

Time management

Problem solving

Training/mentoring

Job description

Job Description

• Talking to clients about their events and ensuring a happy outcome for the client
• Being able to accommodate guests on caterings and party room reservations
• Leading staff at events/caterings
• Communicate with guests, managers and kitchen staff ensuring every event’s success
• Negotiate with clients on pricing and contracts
• While working, required to keep up the productivity and organizations of the private rooms and caterings.
• Inform the staff of the next two weeks of events at each restaurant meeting
• Relay events in the downtown area that may affect business; the Embassy, Grand Wayne Center, Tin-Caps Games, Festivals, Downtown Events, and The Clyde Theater.
• Responsible for creating, mailing, and documenting any gift card submissions.
• Conduct the first interview of all potential applicants for greeter positions.
• Train all greeters and ensure they are up to date on all new or improved procedures
• Work as a staff member on caterings if there is a shortage
• On all large caterings be present to ensure the events success
• Call and schedule interviews for chefs and managers
• Updating catering menu as the menu changes in the restaurant
• Keeping an inventory of catering products and ensure they are restocked

Requirements

• Dress will be Business Professional
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Proficient in computer skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to talk on the phone
• Manages stress, deadlines and sudden issues calmly and professionally
• Extremely organized is a must
• Dependable and timely
• Problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates the ability to train and mentor

Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00