Event Manager

Weddings, galas, happy hours, concerts, mitzvahs, backyard gatherings, fundraisers – we do it all! Inspired by our passion for quality food and our love of helping guests create one-of-a-kind memories, CRAVE Catering is a full service catering company dedicated to making events unforgettable.

We are looking for experienced, hospitable, enthusiastic, dependable, hard-working Event Managers (Banquet Captains) to join the team.

The Event Manager’s focus is on the client and the staff they are leading. They are the main contact for the client on the day of the event, taking over for the Sales Manager who has done the planning. The Event Manager also leads a team of servers and bartenders to execute beautiful events with high quality food and service. This may include plated dinners, food stations, buffets, passed appetizers, or a combination of these.

This is an hourly part-time to full-time paid position with business that operates seven (7) days a week. Weekend and evening availability is a must. Most events are in Minneapolis, but we cater all over the metro area. Reliable transportation is required. Schedule is very flexible.

Pay: $27-30/hour dependent on experience with potential for additional gratuity

Duties

Management of a team of servers and bartenders which includes creating assignments for each event, monitoring efficient work, reporting to Operations Manager any personnel issues, leading pre-shift meetings, and insuring efficient and professional service

Read and comprehend Banquet Event Orders, timelines, and floor plans to execute the event as planned

Communication with the culinary team to keep them updated on changes/updates/timelines

Uphold CRAVE Catering’s standard of service and provide an example of exemplary service for the rest of the team to follow

Fulfill client requests and resolve any customer complaints that may arise

Event set up & tear down of food stations and displays, table sets, etc.

Communication with guests and clients using clear and enthusiastic words, tone, and body language at all times. Make guests feel appreciated through your actions.

Be attentive and aware! Offer your assistance to guests whenever you are at an event.

Work with the team of catering personnel to maintain event, a positive atmosphere, and efficient food & beverage service.

Other duties as directed.

Qualifications:

Event Management/Catering experience preferred, but will train the right candidate

Proven history of successful leadership and coordination of a team

Excellent verbal communication skills

Extreme attention to detail

Ability to multi-task

Understanding of food sensitivities, intolerances and allergies.

Weekend availability

Ability to bend, lift, and carry items up to 50 pounds

Ability to stand for long periods of time

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties, or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Employee discount

Room for growth and promotion