Catering Coordinator

Amavida at Lakes Park • Seminole, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Lake Seminole Square is recruiting for a hospitality‑focused Catering Coordinator to join our Food & Beverage team. The Catering Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing catering functions and events within the community. This role requires strong computer, organizational, and customer service skills, the ability to manage logistics, and the flexibility to work a schedule that adapts to community event needs. The Catering Coordinator will serve, host, and oversee events while also managing the administrative and operational responsibilities related to catering services.

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal and social skills in order to work effectively with residents, patients, families, visitors, peers, supervisors, subordinates and other outside contacts.
• Must be able to stand and walk 90% of the work day; ability to stoop, bend and stretch frequently; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• High school diploma/GED or the equivalent education, training and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years restaurant or senior living experience, or equivalent serving and staff management experience.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality or event coordinator preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, serve, and host community and private events to ensure a seamless guest experience.
• Develop and manage banquet and catering menus in collaboration with the culinary team.
• Interact with residents, guests, and clients to provide exceptional customer service and ensure satisfaction.
• Prepare and distribute invoices, and handle payments accurately and efficiently.
• Schedule, train and oversee serving staff to maintain high standard of service.
• Communicate event details, setup requirements, and timelines with all departments involved.
• Ensure all events are properly staffed, equipped, and executed to company standards.
• Maintain accurate event records, contracts, and financial documentation.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate with the culinary team for catering supply needs.
• Adapt to changing schedules based on community activities, resident requests, and event demands.
• Perform additional duties as required to support the success of catering services and events.

Benefits

• Medical (4 plan options including two HDHP options and two PPO options)
• Dental (3 options: Low, Medium and High Plan)
• Vision (2 options: Low and High Plan)
• Short‑term disability (2 options)
• Long‑term disability
• Life insurance with optional increased coverage
• Supplemental insurance: Accident (2 choices), Hospital Indemnity (2 choices), Critical Illness (2 choices)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with company match
• Identity theft protection
• Pet insurance
• Legal support
• Travel protection
• Virtual medical and mental health visits
• Virtual physical therapy
• CVS Health discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Paid Training
• DailyPay – access your earnings the same day you work
• Team recognition programs: discounted employee meals, holiday gifts, Employee of the Month, weekly snack carts, employee events (tenure gala, picnics, scavenger hunts, holiday celebrations, and more)
• Scholarship opportunities to support career growth
• Friendly, supportive team environment
• Employee Referral Program with bonus opportunities
• Positive culture focused on safety and well‑being
• The BEST residents
• Clean and well‑maintained community
• Independent working environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED