Established event services company is seeking an Event Producer to be responsible for providing administrative and sales support for Sales Managers / Event Director to ensure the successful planning and execution of off-premise catered events.
The Event Producer will assist in the creation and administration of paperwork for off-premise catered events including, but not limited to:
- Event proposals, menus and beverage lists, pantry sheets, rental equipment lists, liquor licenses and insurance certificates
- Staffing guidelines and uniform requirements
- Maintain client contact in absence of designated Sales Manager/Event Directors
- Capture pertinent information from potential and existing clients for incoming sales inquiries
- Check venue availability for events
- Coordinate site inspections for designated Sales Managers/Event Directors and clients
- Attend site/location inspections with designated Sales Managers/Event Directors and clients
- Cost and re-cost (if necessary) event proposals
- Assist in the set-up and successful execution of in-house tastings for clients
- Serve as a liaison to Event Captains and provide them with pertinent information concerning their assigned events: staffing assignments, menus, etc.
- Attend events to assure their successful execution and to provide additional supervision if needed
The Event Producer will have:
- Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, a Liberal Arts field or Business Administration
- Undergraduate internship in the hospitality field, specifically in the catering or event planning industry, strongly desired
- Prior work experience in the hospitality field, specifically in the catering or event planning industry, desired
- Demonstrated attention to detail, problem solving, logic, analytical, mathematical and customer service skills, acquired through practice or training
- Demonstrated food knowledge for menu recommendation and creation
- Ability to interact with different individuals on multiple levels, including both internal and external customers
- Excellent computer skills including proficiency in the Microsoft suite of office products, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), FileMaker and Vectorworks
- Presentation and public speaking skills
Are you a motivated self-starter who is poised, professional, and enjoys collaborating with a team...Send resume outlining your related experience for immediate consideration.