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Catering Coordinator/Event Supervisor - Boutique Catering Company in Philadelphia, PA
Job Description
Catering Coordinator
Greater Philadelphia Area
Off-Premise Events
Job description
Premier food service/catering/events company located in Philadelphia is seeking an individual for a Catering Coordinator. This position is responsible for assisting in the daily operations of our administrative activities as well as assisting with events and meeting space operations to ensure overall client satisfaction. This individual reports to management. The position is a fast paced one with multiple tasks and projects. Strong organization skills and ability prioritize with end results in mind is required. Previous hospitality, event and or catering industry experience are a strong plus.
Duties to include:
- Phone inquiries, available for walk-throughs/site visits
- Managing Facility and Catering contracts
- Act as rental client contact/agent for any venue related issue, event material drop-offs/pick-up, vendor information, obtaining vendor COI, Vendor load-in schedules
- Supplemental site visits (photographers, florist, dj/band)
- On-site contact/MOD for events
Communications with Venue staff and coordination of External Rental Client needs
- Coordination for On-site deliveries – rentals, wedding “stuff drop-offs”, vendor arrivals, miscellaneous deliveries
- Office organization – supplies, etc
- Must be willing to work event-based hours that may include evenings and weekends
Skills/Abilities:
- Must have the availability to work flexible hours.
- Must have working knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook
- Must have strong professional etiquette
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks at one time
- Proficiency in multi-tasking.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to perform under stress.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
Education Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Associates level college degree or higher preferred
Preferred Experience:
- Hospitality, event and or catering industry experience strongly preferred
- Off Premise catering experience strongly preferred
- Catering/Hospitality/Events 2 years min. preferred
- Must have previous customer service experience.
- Previous administrative experience required
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $50,000+ per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- ~10 hour shifts; ~50 hour work weeks
- Days off are flexible and are driven by the event schedule
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location:
- Varied for Off Premise
Apply Now - Catering Coordinator located in Philadelphia, PA
For immediate consideration, please send your resume directly to matt@geckohospitality.com.
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Matt Bodnar
Matt Bodnar began his career by quickly identifying himself has an up-and-coming Hospitality Operations Leader. From 2013 to 2018, he managed small and large-scale events on Yachts in New York Harbor, oversaw Concession-style service in a sports arena, and managed Food & Beverage at an upscale, boutique hotel in Manhattan, before moving to Philadelphia and entrenching himself in the Philly food scene. He switched gears into Talent Acquisition and recruiting, utilizing his operational experience to connect with and identify top talent in the industry. He is thrilled to be joining the Gecko Hospitality team, supporting the Restaurant Division in Eastern PA/DE.
Matt describes himself as a "Food Guy". He loves to cook, eat, garden, watch Food Network and connect with professionals in the business. Other hobbies include playing golf and basketball, hiking/camping/just about anything outside, snowboarding, listening to music and spending time with friends and family (hopefully soon). He is extremely service and relationship-oriented, and strives to anticipate client needs and guide a seamless partnership through placement after placement.
Since 2000, Gecko Hospitality and its dedicated Franchise Partners and Recruiters throughout the United States and Canada have been pioneers in the hospitality recruiting industry. The value that Gecko Hospitality provides to its clientele is evident in the advanced networking and technology skills our professional recruiters possess in identifying qualified restaurant professionals.
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