Catering Coordinator
- Fredericton, NB, Canada
The salary range for this position is $55,000 – $60,000. · Full-time
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- The salary range for this position is $55,000 – $60,000.
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Original job description
Now, If You Were To Come On Board As a Catering Coordinator, We’d Ask You To Do The Following For Us
- Oversee, coordinate and plan events, including banquets, luncheons, coffee services, venue and AV bookings and other various functions.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, associates and suppliers.
- Hire, train and schedule associates and be actively involved in the development of service techniques, menu presentation, policies and procedures.
- Ascertain new business and retain existing business.
- Travel between client locations.
- Ensure each catering function is well planned and prepared, successfully carried-out and financially sound.
- Ensure specifications and requests of each catering event are communicated and executed down the channel effectively.
- Identify and resolve event issues to minimize complications.
Think you have what it takes to be a Catering Coordinator? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you’ll be successful in the role:
- Solid catering and event planning experience.
- Customer focused with a friendly, outgoing personality with a genuine interest in providing excellent customer service.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Manage time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
- Superior attention to detail.
- Valid drivers’ license and ability to travel between client sites.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships and work cooperatively with team members.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment with changing work priorities.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.
- Join an award-winning culture. We have been recognized for being a Great Place to Work, in addition to being selected as a FORTUNE Global 500 Company, Best Workplaces Retail & Hospitality, and FORTUNE World’s Most Admired Companies.
- The opportunities with us are endless. As the world’s largest food and support services company, we offer an extensive range of learning and career opportunities for all our associates.
- Health & Safety. The health and safety of our associates, clients and guests has always been our top priority. We have the right processes in place to ensure our teams have the support they need to stay safe, while helping to keep our guests safe.
- Health Benefits. For our eligible associates, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental care coverage.
- A Focus on Mental Health and Wellness. Our Mental Health and Well-Being initiative was created to share credible resources with our associates and the communities we serve on a variety of topics, including mental, physical, spiritual, and financial wellbeing. We also have an Employment Assistance Program which provides our associates with access to 24/7 support, resources, and information.
- We are as diverse as our guests. We are as diverse as the people and communities we serve, and we know that’s one of our greatest strengths. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, supported, and able to grow, with fair opportunities for all. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) create space for connection, deepen cultural awareness, and build appreciation of diverse perspectives across our teams – strengthening our culture and helping people feel a true sense of belonging.
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Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and oversee catering events, including banquets, luncheons, coffee services, venue bookings, and audiovisual arrangements. Build client and supplier relationships, manage and develop associates, grow and retain business, and ensure events are executed effectively and financially soundly.
Requirements
Requires solid catering and event-planning experience, strong customer-service, communication, interpersonal, organizational, and teamwork skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Candidates must have a valid driver's license, be able to travel between client sites, and be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Skills
- Catering
- Event Planning
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Time Management
- Resource Management
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork
- Staff Hiring and Training
- Staff Scheduling
- Business Development
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
Benefits
- Group Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Vision Care
- Dental Care
- Mental Health and Wellness Resources
- Employment Assistance Program
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Hospitality
- Food & Beverage
- Customer Service & Support
- Management & Leadership
- Sales
Keywords
- Catering
- Event Planning
- Banquets
- Luncheons
- Coffee Services
- Venue Bookings
- Audiovisual Bookings
- Client Relationships
- Supplier Relationships
- Staff Hiring
- Staff Training
- Staff Scheduling
- Menu Presentation
- Service Techniques
- Business Development
- Customer Service
- Event Coordination
- Event Execution
- Financial Planning
- Issue Resolution
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Valid Driver's License
- Travel Between Client Sites