Catering Coordinator

about the position … Are you looking to continue your career path in hospitality and also have your nights, weekends, and holidays free? We’ve got the best of both worlds! The Power Design Surge Café is seeking a Catering Coordinator to join our growing team. While working at the on-campus café at our corporate headquarters in sunny St. Pete, you will play a pivotal role in helping keep our culture fueled by building relationships with our PDI employees and guests. We are seeking candidates who can work in an evolving environment and deliver our “PlusONE” raving-fan customer service experience to the PDI Family. position details/responsibilities … Communicating with customers and clients to understand their catering needs and expectations. Planning menus in conjunction with chefs and management. Coordinating and overseeing the delivery of food and beverages on campus. Managing catering execution and providing direction and feedback. Maintaining health and safety regulations at all food service areas. Setting up, breaking down, and cleaning up catering events. Handling client concerns and complaints professionally and efficiently. Managing budget and invoicing, ensuring payments and contracts are in order. Managing catering supplies and equipment. Maintain detailed records of all catering events. Assist in the preparation and serving of food and beverages as needed. Manage and maintain Surge restaurant application. Other cafe tasks as assigned. here’s what we’re looking for … At least 2-5 years of experience working in a field within the hospitality and service industry. Excellent customer service skills, including patience and a friendly demeanor. Engaging and outgoing personality to build relationships and ensure customer satisfaction. Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and problem-solve while ensuring a “customer first” mentality. Demonstrate and uphold all of Power Design’s core values, which include integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation and growth. some of our benefits… Power Design has national health and dental plans, and we also offer life insurance and short and long term disability plans. You’ll receive paid vacations and holidays as well as national discount programs for everything from movie tickets to flowers, rental cars, phones and vehicles! We also offer a 401(k) retirement plan as well as incentive and recognition programs. Relocation opportunities may also be available! #J-18808-Ljbffr