CATERING COORDINATOR

Gourmet

• We are hiring immediately for a CATERING COORDINATOR position.

• Location: Rutgers University; 326 Penn Street. Camden, NJ 08102 Note: online applications accepted only.

• Schedule: Full Time: Monday - Friday: 9am to 5pm.

• Requirement: Catering & administrative experience preferred; must have knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, & Excel; strong communication skills both verbal and written.

• Pay range: $23-25/hr.

• Details: The Catering Coordinator will be responsible for booking sales, contacting clients, collaborating with the culinary team to create custom event orders, coordinate staff schedules, prepare menu signage, process billing, and maintain strong communication with the dining team and campus community.

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At Gourmet Dining & Chartwells Higher Education, people are at the core of our business. Together we build innovative food service concepts and serve fresh, local and nutritious meals at over 270 college campuses across the country. Twice named the Fastest Growing Brand by Nation's Restaurant News, at Gourmet Dining & Chartwells we take pride in creating opportunities for associates to grow their careers and achieve their development goals within the company.

Job Summary

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.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential.

Full-time and part-time positions offer: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (~~~) for paid time off benefits information.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Gourmet Dining maintains a drug-free workplace.

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