Catering and Events Coordinator for Restaurant Group

1 day ago


Houston, United States Hospitality Pro Search Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Growing hospitality group in the Houston Galleria area is looking for a full-time, on-site role for a Catering & Events Coordinator. The Catering & Events Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing catering sales, booking events, maintaining clear communication with clients, managing food & beverage services, ensuring excellent customer service, and driving sales for catering and events. Primarily focus will be for a unique event space as well as catering at other company venues and off-site catering.

Qualifications

  • Catering Sales and Catering skills

  • Event Sales

  • Experience in Food & Beverage and Sales

  • Strong Customer Service skills

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to multitask and work under pressure

  • Organizational and leadership abilities

  • Experience in event planning and management

  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Catering & Events Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of event management, catering operations, ensuring exceptional service delivery, and driving revenue growth through strategic planning and execution.

Duties:

  • Plan, organize, and execute catering events from small gatherings to large banquets

  • Manage catering staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling

  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients to understand their needs and preferences

  • Create and manage event budgets to ensure profitability

  • Coordinate with culinary team to design menus that meet clients' expectations

  • Implement effective marketing strategies to promote catering services

  • Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers for the best pricing

  • Upsell additional services to maximize revenue opportunities

Experience:

  • Proven experience in events management and catering operations

  • Strong budgeting skills with the ability to meet financial targets

  • Exceptional guest service orientation with a focus on exceeding client expectations

  • Excellent time management skills to handle multiple events simultaneously

  • Knowledge of banquet service standards and best practices

  • Ability to communicate effectively with clients, staff, and vendors

  • Experience in event marketing within the restaurant or hospitality industry is a plus

*Applicants will need to submit an updated resume and cover letter to be considered. Those without event sales experience will not be considered.

Benefits:

  • Employee discount

  • Flexible schedule

  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

  • Monday to Friday

  • Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

  • Houston, TX 77056 (Required)

Work Location:

  • In person

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required so classified.

If you are interested and qualify, please apply to this job here. Visit www.HProSearch.com to see all job posts by Hospitality Pro Search

Company DescriptionHospitality Pro Search is an executive search firm specializing in worldwide management placements for restaurants, hotels and resorts, entertainment venues, and private clubs. HPS recruits only for the hospitality industry. We recruit for all levels of management positions and all departments. You can view and apply to any and all of our open positions on our website, hprosearch.com.Company DescriptionHospitality Pro Search is an executive search firm specializing in worldwide management placements for restaurants, hotels and resorts, entertainment venues, and private clubs. HPS recruits only for the hospitality industry. We recruit for all levels of management positions and all departments. You can view and apply to any and all of our open positions on our website, hprosearch.com.
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