Events + Catering Director

At So Hospitality Group, we want to bring together caring, intelligent, innovative people who love to serve and lead others and are looking to join a growing company. The Events and Catering Director at 612North is a dynamic, sales-driven leader responsible for generating new corporate and social event business while overseeing the seamless execution of all events from inquiry to post-event follow-up. Ideal candidates bring strong event management and leadership experience, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and a passion for hospitality, team development, and delivering outstanding guest experiences. • Maintain client relationships and interact with hosts when attending events • Return emails and phone calls in a timely manner • Strong leadership skills and can collaborate with other teams • Review all proposals created by 612North team for guests to fit their needs or budget • Follow up with all guests • Run weekly 612North meetings • Handle any other needs that may arise • Manage all cleaning and organizing the Corporate Office, storage areas, liquor rooms, equipment areas and kitchens • Organize and possess high level of administration ability to effectively manage incoming and outgoing orders and documentation • Lead execution of setup and break down for events • Collaborate with Drunken Fish, Kimchi Guys and/or 612North teams for marketing of special events and holidays in the event spaces • Organize our online advertising profiles for 612North on The Knot, WeddingWire, and other websites • Coordinate marketing for events, such as wedding shows, trade shows, and charity events • Communicate with Culinary Team leading up to all booked events • Ability to work with multiple managers and stay organized • Coordinate all needs for Outdoor Events and execute or delegate tasks • Applications, ordering, schedule staff, etc. Skills and Abilities • Event planning and/or catering experience is required • Management experience is required • Must possess excellent customer service skills • Excellent communication skills • Sales-driven mentality with proven track record • Proficient in Microsoft Programs • Excellent problem solving skills • Good organizational skills and time management • Detail-oriented and ability to multitask • Work as an integral part of the Drunken Fish/Kimchi Guys/612North team and culture • Create and continuously reinforce a positive and safe work environment • Act as role model for company standards and uphold all policies and procedures within the company