Banquet/Event Coordinator

Aramark

About The Position

Zephyr Cove Resort, Adventure Mountain and Lake Tahoe Adventures are the best of both worlds: the beauty of a pristine mountain lake setting combined with the thrill of new adventures. On the South Shore of Lake Tahoe, the sky is the limit for what you can see and do: enjoy a hike along lakeview trails, relax on the beach, or enjoy a show at the theater after an afternoon shopping trip. Only one hour from Reno, Lake Tahoe is easily accessible, and above all, it offers a fabulous escape from the world below. The Event Coordinator II is responsible for supervision and support in planning catering events of varying sizes and levels in both central and satellite locations. Ensures that all catering brand standards and initiatives are consistently achieved. Job Responsibilities Develops and is accountable for a safety culture that creates a work environment where no one gets hurt. Directly supervises catering operations including such duties as coordination of staff and rental equipment, set-up, preparation, service, and breakdown of catered foods, beverages, and events of varying size and complexity. Booking events, selecting and costing menu items, and pricing as needed. Assists with hiring, coaching, and performance reviews. Coordinates activities with other internal departments. Participates in management team meetings. Collaborate with vendors and key service users within client organization. Facilitate external customer relations; represents Aramark and the client at all meetings and events. Ensures that appropriate sanitation, organization, and safety standards are met using checklists, hands-on supervision, and follow-up. Participates in all catering training programs; helps to develop and implement training programs for hourly, part-time, and student employees. Aid in implementation and adherence to all Aramark Catering initiatives and guidelines. This job profile does not contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Job duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, greeting groups, managing group bookings, and coordinating activities to ensure a seamless experience. At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Requirements

Minimum of two years operational experience in a hotel/banquet setting required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with booking of events preferred.

Responsibilities

Develops and is accountable for a safety culture that creates a work environment where no one gets hurt.
Directly supervises catering operations including such duties as coordination of staff and rental equipment, set-up, preparation, service, and breakdown of catered foods, beverages, and events of varying size and complexity.
Booking events, selecting and costing menu items, and pricing as needed.
Assists with hiring, coaching, and performance reviews.
Coordinates activities with other internal departments.
Participates in management team meetings.
Collaborate with vendors and key service users within client organization.
Facilitate external customer relations; represents Aramark and the client at all meetings and events.
Ensures that appropriate sanitation, organization, and safety standards are met using checklists, hands-on supervision, and follow-up.
Participates in all catering training programs; helps to develop and implement training programs for hourly, part-time, and student employees.
Aid in implementation and adherence to all Aramark Catering initiatives and guidelines.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, greeting groups, managing group bookings, and coordinating activities to ensure a seamless experience.