Catering Event Manager

Urban Kitchen Catering offers full service catering, from custom crafted menus to beverage pairings, and event production. Our team of expert culinary designers are dedicated to the art of gathering for groups small or large. Invite us to the party and we'll deliver a memorable experience of beautiful food, stunning design and superior service.

Summary
The Catering Event Manager is responsible for developing and planning catered events in and around San Diego County. Works closely with the Catering Sales Managers, chefs and support teams to create the best of the best offsite events that successfully represent the UKG brand.

Responsibilities

1. Overall management of offsite catering and events.
2. Show a personable and professional demeanor with clients.
3. Execute an event from beginning to end.
4. Participate in the visual design of offsite events, including food and beverage stations.
5. Help prepare and update catering event orders.
6. Schedule staffing.
7. Communicate with chefs on timeline and client expectations.
8. Oversee, train and support onsite event team members.
9. Participate in load out from our facility, set-up and breakdown, and return to our facility.
10. Oversee catering inventory of small wares, decoration and equipment.
11. Maintain vehicle cleanliness.
12. Drive Catering vans to and from events.
13. Develop and maintain positive relationships with vendors.

Skills

1. High level of creativity, enthusiasm and flexibility.
2. Drive to meet and exceed goals.
3. Passionate about everything hospitality with a strong knowledge of food, wine and service.
4. Strong sense of design aesthetics.
5. Complete understanding of event execution and service standards.
6. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written skills.
7. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task.
8. Reliable, accountable, and punctual.
9. Working knowledge and expertise in use of event software.
10. Working knowledge of computer word processing programs and restaurant POS programs.
11. Working knowledge of safety and sanitation.
12. Ability to work a varied schedule that includes nights and weekends.
13. Ability to drive Catering vans.

Compensation : $25 - $35 per hour

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time

Benefits :

1. 401(k)
2. Dental insurance
3. Employee discount
4. Health insurance
5. Life insurance
6. Paid time off
7. Vision insurance

Schedule :

1. Monday to Friday
2. Weekends as needed

Experience :

1. Event Management: 4 years (Required)
2. Restaurant: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification :

1. Driver's License (Required)

Work Location : In person