On-Site Events Staffing Coordinator

Pranzi Catering & Events; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Pranzi Catering & Events in Providence, RI is seeking a full-time Staffing Coordinator to oversee event staffing, coordinate with venues, and ensure seamless operations from setup to breakdown.

This in-person role requires excellent communication, multi-tasking, staff recruitment and training, and the ability to read BEOs while coordinating with kitchen and back-of-house teams for flawless events.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand and walk for 8+ hours.
• Reliable transportation to venues across Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities effectively.
• Confidence in directing event staff and vendors.
• Initiative to take charge and remain proactive in all situations.
• Strong attention to detail.
• TIPS, STOP, or similar alcohol awareness certification preferred.
• Basic knowledge of wedding traditions, etiquette, and terminology.
• Hospitality, restaurant, catering, or prior event experience preferred.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Attend scheduled events for set-up and preparation.
• Scheduling staff members.
• Recruiting and training staff members.
• Read and interpret Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), ensuring both small and large details are executed accurately.
• Coordinate with kitchen staff and back-of-house teams on food execution while communicating effectively to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Prioritization

Staff leadership

Attention to detail

Reliability

Hospitality/event experience

Alcohol awareness certification

Job description

Pranzi Catering & Events in Providence, RI is seeking a full-time Staffing Coordinator to oversee event staffing, coordinate with venues, and ensure seamless operations from setup to breakdown.

This in-person role requires excellent communication, multi-tasking, staff recruitment and training, and the ability to read BEOs while coordinating with kitchen and back-of-house teams for flawless events.