Event Coordinator - Off-Premise Catering - Proof Of The Pudding By Mgr
Atlanta, GA 30318
About the Job
Education and/or Experience:
Associate degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Management, Hospitality or other related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum 2 years of experience within the hospitality industry, or experience working in a similar role focused on customer or sales support.
Basic knowledge of catering, event coordination and operations.
General interest in food, menu design, and creative event development.
Experience in working in a computer environment utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required, experience with InDesign, Canva, or Publisher is a plus.
Specialized Qualifications:
Excellent listening and communication skills
Renowned time management and organization skills
Strong Customer Service skills with the desire to go above and beyond a client’s needs
The ability to work alone and as a team
Strong attention to detail and the ability to learn and adapt quickly
CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Business Acumen - Demonstrate comprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships. Possess the expertise and skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
Dedication - Dependable, reliable and follows through on projects from inception to completion. Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks. Demonstrate a win-win attitude: “see it, own it, solve it.”
Ethics and Integrity - Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs while maintaining the highest standards of professional conduct.
Safety & Security - Observe safety and security standards. Use equipment and materials properly. Comply with safety standards and personal protective equipment requirements. Report potential unsafe conditions or practices to appropriate person immediately. Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security compliance at all times.
Teamwork - Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately, efficiently and timely.
Communication - Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers, supervisors and guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.
Initiative - Contribute new ideas and suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency. Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
Adaptability & Planning - Possess the ability to learn new tasks and adjusts well to new situations. Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
Service Orientation - Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Is welcoming, friendly and smiles when visible to guests.
Work Environment
This position is 80% in office work; computer work in a cubicle, speaking to clients on the phone, inter-departmental meetings, and assisting with pre-event logistics as needed. 20% of this role can be assisting at events, attending walk throughs, running errands, and assisting Account Executives on the go as needed.
Physical Demands:
Long periods of computer work and sitting at a desk
Periods of standing, moving through an event space, and traveling from venue to venue
Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
Ability to perform physical tasks; such as but not limited to, lifting approx. 25 lbs.
Position Salary & Benefits:
This is considered a full-time hourly role at $25/hour
Benefits include health insurance, dental, vision, life, 401k, short & long term disability, HSA, daily lunches in office
Proof of the Pudding and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and employing a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected characteristics.