Catering & Events Coordinator - Long-Term Temporary
About The Position
Directs kitchen/cafeteria operations. Plans and executes catering for events and meetings, both individually, and with other departments and stakeholders as needed. Coordinates with internal stakeholders and outside vendors to ensure meeting/event success. Manages catering vendors, including the procurement of catering services. Assists catering vendors on site as needed. Provides light catering for internal and routine meetings at corporate headquarters, i.e., box lunches, snacks, and beverage service. Performs a wide range of administrative and office support activities to facilitate the efficient operation of the Facilities Department. This multifaceted role works in close partnership with each of the respective departments within the company on a wide array of projects, initiatives and support functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- Ability to communicate with individuals at all levels and work as part of a team
- Exceptional customer service skills; ability to learn and anticipate stakeholder needs
- Experience managing external vendors and agreements
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills to identify, anticipate and resolve problems
- Ability to handle multiple tasks with varying scopes and timelines
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong customer orientation
- Broad knowledge of food preparation and nutritional awareness
Nice To Haves
- Kitchen, cafeteria and/or catering experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Directs kitchen/cafeteria operations.
- Plans and executes catering for events and meetings.
- Coordinates with internal stakeholders and outside vendors to ensure meeting/event success.
- Manages catering vendors, including the procurement of catering services.
- Assists catering vendors on site as needed.
- Provides light catering for internal and routine meetings at corporate headquarters, i.e., box lunches, snacks, and beverage service.
- Performs a wide range of administrative and office support activities to facilitate the efficient operation of the Facilities Department.
- Works in close partnership with each of the respective departments within the company on a wide array of projects, initiatives and support functions.
Benefits
- 2 weeks' vacation after 1 year of service
- 10 paid holidays plus an additional 3 paid floating holidays
- Medical, dental, group term life, short-term disability benefits available
- 401k
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
