Event Planner

We are looking for a motivated Event Planner to assist in our Wedding & Specialty Event Planning. Responsibilities: • Must have excellent people and communication skills, be able to work closely with others in a small Team • Execute events on site with a catering Team or get the client set up with the catering team • Direct point of contact with clients' through all stages from initial contact, proposal negotiations and finalized booking of catering and event sales • Conduct site visits and in office tastings and meetings with clients. Requirements: • Office management duties: use of in-house catering software (Caterease) , phone and email correspondence (outlook) • Create proposals uniquely designed to fit each clients specific vision of their event in all aspects; food and beverage, floor plan and rentals. • Assist in daily coordination of event set up / delivery logistics • Execute events on site with a catering Team or get the client set up with the catering team • Create and execute the design for each food set up specific to each event Qualifications • Proven experience in event planning and management • Strong communication and customer service skills • Excellent time management and organizational abilities • Proficiency in budgeting and financial oversight for events • Familiarity with catering services and banquet operations • Background in hospitality, including hotel or restaurant experience • Ability to negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships