Events Coordinator

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Job description:

Catering & Event Coordinator

Towne & Oak, a bustling cafe & private event space in Winnetka, is hiring a Part-Time Catering & Events Coordinator to assist with catering orders and executing events in our private event space. Join our team of creative and hardworking industry professionals.

Qualifications
• You’re a multi-tasking, detail oriented professional who can seamlessly execute projects from start to finish
• You have excellent communication and time management skills, like to think outside the box, and enjoy a fast paced environment
• 1-2 years event planning/coordination
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 10 hours per day
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Responsibilities
• Work with the Catering & Events Manager to plan/execute event details and ensure cohesive results for Towne & Oak events.
• The event coordinator is the on-site facility contact and is responsible for managing the setup, execution, and breakdown of events
• Communicate and execute event timelines with the event staff
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Uphold professional verbal and written communication to guests, restaurant, and management team members
• Hospitality and customer service engagement
• Work closely with the chef and catering & event manager to ensure all details of the event are performed
• Must be available to work weekends

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person