Event Sales and Curator

Spice Catering Co•Cleveland, OH

10h

About The Position

The Spice Event Curator strives to create exceptional dining experiences through meticulous planning and thoughtful execution. You are a natural communicator that excels at creating an emotional connection with our prospective clients. You love the event planning process and take pride in creating memorable events, from weddings to anniversary parties to corporate functions. You are known for your organizational skills and can-do attitude, and you approach challenges with tenacious problem-solving. You manage your time like a pro, come to the table with creative and thought-provoking ideas, and take pride in being a driving force behind the company’s long-term success.

Requirements

True passion for thoughtful hospitality.
5+ year sales, event planning and execution for on-site and off-site events.
Super organized with a natural desire to go above and beyond for the guest.
An outgoing, warm personality that easily forms new relationships
Highly organized and detail oriented
Able to work independently and manage time efficiently
Enjoy problem solving + switching gears quickly.
Always learning and willing + able to receive constructive criticism openly.

Nice To Haves

Experience with any of the following platforms:
Microsoft 365
Caterease
Nowsta

Responsibilities

Follow our Proven Process:
Ask thoughtful questions and create an emotional connection with the lead.
Listen actively to ensure a true understanding of the client’s full vision.
Create+ Plan the experience envisioned by the client, going above and beyond at every opportunity.
Execute + Exceed Expectations through thoughtful hospitality, meticulous cuisine, and effective team communication.
Follow Up with the client to review their experience and ensure a positive relationship for future business.
Correspond with Leads, always responding to emails within 24 hours.
Qualification leads through thoughtful questions.
Thoughtfully select the best menu based on clients wants, needs and budget.
Create all-inclusive quotes via Caterease
Budget management as needed to meet client expectations.
Meet client in person or on a Zoom or call if needed to communicate services and expectations
Execute tastings once budget is agreed upon and quote has been approved.
Receive signed contract and date saving deposit.
Manage deposit schedule and explain contract and policies.
Schedule walkthroughs at booked venue and understand venue inventory and catering policies.
Manage your own staff needs through Nowsta.
Communicate with venue on all logistics and vendors deliveries.
Coordinate all rentals needed and place orders.
Create timelines for the day of the event.
Staff management and team building for day of execution.
Chef meetings to review BEO + BOH timeline.
Create gear packs and review with warehouse manager.
Create layouts and sections for teams.
Create organized expo service plan.
Captain’s/Event Manager meeting.
Create full event set up, service plan + breakdown
Vendor communication
Client and venue point person.
Staff management
Culinary point person
Dinner expediting
Labor control/cutting as needed.
Client follow up and thank you post event