Overview
We are an offsite catering company located in downtown Oakland, serving the greater Bay Area, from Napa to Silicon Valley. We use locally-sourced and sustainably raised and caught produce, meat, and seafood to create meals that are satisfying, and responsible for the environment.
Our professional, service-oriented staff create simple, rustic, and elegant presentations. We are looking for a motivated, career-focused Event Manager able to exceed guest expectations, for a hands-on role in event preparation and execution.
The Event Manager will :
- Ensure quality of service as onsite client liaison
- Execute event timelines, floor plans and other event specifications
- Communicate with colleagues and clients in a timely manner
- Supervise and delegate to onsite staff
- Coordinate onsite vendor activities
- Tour venues, compile and coordinate logistics, and verify event details
- Create and complete event paperwork (e.g. floor plans, timelines, and debriefs)
- Deliver, setup, and breakdown food and equipment
- Pack event equipment for upcoming services
- Load and unload company vehicles
Our ideal candidate will have :
1-3 years experience as event lead or manager in catering, restaurant or wedding planningCollege degree, or equivalent experienceExcellent verbal and written communication skills requiredPolished appearance and manners, and respectful approachRemaining calm in stressful situationsProblem solving ability, and a sense of urgency in completing tasksExcellent organization and time-management skillsLeadership skills with strong attention to detailAvailability days, evenings, holidays, and weekends as neededValid driver's license and clean driving recordServe Safe and DOT registration required within two weeks of hiringProficient in Google SuiteAble to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion, and up to 35 pounds regularly