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Catering Coordinator

Compass Group
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Texas, Dallas
400 South Houston Street (Show on map)
March 26, 2024
Wolfgang Puck Catering Position Title: Catering Coordinator Reports To: Salary: $31,100 to $51,600 Other Forms of Compensation: Wolfgang Puck Catering is committed to recruiting individuals who express an interest in and passion for hospitality-driven experiences; who come from diverse backgrounds, are open-minded and curious about our clients and guests; and, most of all, who possess a welcoming smile and spirit. Our ultimate goal is to develop mentoring and career building opportunities through a talent pipeline that allows us to promote from within. "The most important thing in life, whatever you do, has to be passion." Success on our team starts with our culture: We have Wolfgang's PASSION for our business, our product, and our people / guests / clients. A FLEXIBLE MINDSET is key; we are strategic business partners who wear multiple hats. Our services require a CONCIERGE mentality, a bias to action with humble hospitality. We are out-of-the-box PROBLEM SOLVERS, who look around corners so our clients and guests don't have to. We curate company and partner resources to bring our client's vision to life. We seek to cultivate the next generation of talent, purveyors and partnerships. We bring an entrepreneurial approach to deliver results for our clients (you might call this scrappy). Collaboration and openness to innovative business tools, new ways of thinking and ability to partner across departments are essential to create optimal business solutions. "I can have the best food, but if we don't have good people, it won't get you very far." Job Summary As a Catering Coordinator, you will hold duties related to sales/marketing, administration, and coordination for on and off premise catering events. The position entails a need for excellent attention to detail and communication skills; ability to multi-task on a variety of projects simultaneously, accurate distribution of pertinent information both internally to all departments as well as to clients and related vendors. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Inputs and maintains all reserve data for all events including inquiries, tentative and definite. Details function sheets with equipment needs and rental orders. Creates captain's packets for each event including staff sheets, equipment pulls, beverage pulls, signage, expo sheets, etc. as needed and assures that captains are in receipt of packet. Creates buffet signage and printed menus as required for each event. Assembles and performs upkeep of organized event files including all correspondence, orders, invoices, payments, proposals, function sheets, etc. Processes certificate of insurance requests. Intakes inquiries including all pertinent event information client contact, date, time, format, number of guests, location, etc. Prepares proposals for events and submits staff requisitions. Supports sales initiatives through research, marketing interface, communications and sourcing Works with marketing department on materials and promotions. Assists with client walkthroughs of venue spaces and provides on-site sales representation at events as scheduled. Receives and processes all deposits. Reviews reserve financial entry to assure accurately forecasted and communicates with accounting on any needs, clarification, etc. Prepares final event invoicing and expense reports on a monthly basis. Assists in scheduling meetings, appointments, travel, etc. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Experience in dining, catering and/or events. Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations. Must be able to work a flexible schedule as the business demands. Excellent communication, customer service, and organization skills. Proficient computer skills including MS Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or Marketing is preferred. Apply to Wolfgang Puck today! Wolfgang Puck Catering is a member of Compass Group USA Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply. Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD 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) Wolfgang Puck Catering maintains a drugfree workplace. Req ID:1293276 Wolfgang Puck Catering Gina Barbish [[req_classification