Event Coordinator/Sr. Catering Manager- Corporate Dining (NYC)

Salary: $85,000–$90,000/year

About the role

The Event Coordinator/Sr. Catering Manager will oversee both the sales and operational execution of catering events for a premier client in NYC, including event order communication, planning, staff scheduling and training, delivery, setup, breakdown, and accurate invoicing. This person will ensure events are executed seamlessly from start to finish while maintaining a high level of hospitality and client service. This role will support high-volume catering and event operations across two buildings. Events range from daily beverage service and meetings to large-scale, firmwide events.

Responsibilities

• Daily Operations & Execution
• Team Leadership, Training & Development
• Culinary & Catering Program Management
• Guest Experience & Client Relations
• Financial Management & Performance Analysis
• Special Events & Event Execution
• Marketing, Sales & Business Development

Qualifications

• A.S. or equivalent experience
• Up to date on current catering, event, and hospitality trends
• Preferred degree with 3–4+ years of relevant industry experience in catering
• Strong catering/event sales and operations experience with strong hospitality presence and client-service mindset
• Comfortable managing multiple events and priorities in a fast-paced corporate environment
• Ability to interact with a diverse and high-volume customer base in a friendly and efficient manner
• Ability to operate a web-based ordering system, process customer requests, changes to orders, menu updates, and client profiles
• Proficient with word processing and spreadsheet applications
• Ability to write professional and efficient emails to clients and customers
• Possess the ability to meet Company-specific uniform standards for this position
• Utilize all Personal Protective Equipment per Company guidelines
• Ability to work at times with minimal supervision, accomplish tasks without direct instruction, and problem solve for the best solutions

This position supervises hourly employees, including delivery personnel and culinary personnel.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance / AD&D
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.