Event Coordinator

And we are looking for someone to bring organization, a meticulous attention to detail and fun as an Event Coordinator. The Event Coordinator will also take an active role in administration of event related correspondence and on-site support of events. The scope of this position includes supporting the integrity of Butler’s Pantry’s services, in both sales and event experiences. Oversee catered events, from contract through execution; keeping in mind the importance of follow up Show the client you’ve got their back, and then take over primary communications from the Sales Manager Provide input and expertise in the event sales and planning process-as required, including necessary feedback from culinary, operations, accounting, purchasing, marketing & design departments Plan and attend site visits to create the perfect event design to knock your clients’ socks off Get to know your clients, and develop relationships that will enable you to execute events beyond their wildest imagination Identify critical issues and potential problems before they occur, troubleshoot the unexpected Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications and establishing personal networks TAKE THE LEAD, FINISH THE RACE (The difference) Ability to interact with people with ease, using highly developed interpersonal skills Professional appearance and conduct Mature, independent judgment and ability to handle a fast paced, stressful and ever-changing work environment in a professional manner Well disciplined, able to work under the pressure of many priorities and deadlines Cost and quality conscientiousness Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, and the ability to learn new technologies Ability to work a flexible, sometimes non-traditional schedule Able to sit, stand and walk, for extended periods of time Mathematical skills - ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages and ability to apply concepts of basic algebra Ability to reason and apply common sense understanding to work dynamics and ability to address customer personalities in various business situations Passion for event planning and commitment to on-going education in the event and food service industry Ability to maintain positive working relationships with all departments to ensure events are secured and advanced efficiently and with high quality Our PROMISE to you: