Virtual Event Producer

Purple Onion Catering Company is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Event Producer to join

As an Event Producer, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of event planning,

management, and execution, ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction. events. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills, excellent customer service

Plan and manage all aspects of events from contract signing through execution and completion.

Provide excellent customer service and expertise to clients throughout the planning process.

Coordinate with internal staff and vendors to ensure seamless execution of events.

Supervise onsite execution of events, ensuring all details are executed according to plan.

Manage event budgets and expenses to ensure profitability.

Conduct post-event evaluations and implement improvements for future events.

Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to enhance event offerings.

Must execute at least $1,000,000 worth in events per year to maintain seat

Events are assigned in contract phase up to 3 months out.

Event Producer to send calendar invite for turnover meeting. Once turnover meeting is held and introduction email has been sent to client, EP is to take over primary communication to client and

Event Producer to attend walkthrough and sent post walkthrough updates to client

Assist in training new event associates in current job tasks and on site event management

Run events (stay through at least dinner service)

Communicate changes to events made in 14 days or less to internal teams

Sit in on production meeting and go through logistics for upcoming events

Oversee getting Event Ready. This includes but is not not limited to pack Lists, kitchen counts, signage, event ready folders, pre event emails, any updates made after client deadlines (14 days out), final rentals, and uploading documents into TPP.

Attend and come prepared for bi weekly event production meetings, monthly sales meetings, and scheduled check in’s

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field.

Minimum 2-5 years of experience in event planning and production.

Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Exceptional customer service skills and ability to build relationships.

Proficiency in MS Office and event management software.

Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds while on site at events.

Starting Salary Ranges from $60,000- $70,000 and includes a scaled commission structure.

Competitive healthcare plan

Flexible comp time.

Work from home on Mondays

1 week remote per calendar year. Remote abilities available to increase with tenure.

Lunch offered Monday-Friday

Purple Onion Catering Company’s simple goal is to provide exceptional food and service to the Washington, D.Metro Area. Our passion-driven staff create and deliver visually-stunning custom events that are both personal and memorable. Kindness: Defined as treating others with hospitality, respect, and love

Care: Defined as doing actions with thoughtful intention, teamwork and purpose

Defined as increasing customer and employee experiences 1 % at a time

Join our team at Purple Onion Catering Company and play a crucial role in delivering exceptional events for our clients. If you are passionate about event planning, enjoy working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, and are looking to be a committed and integral part of our team.

Purple Onion Catering Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer Health, Dental, and Vision

insurance programs, 401k, Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays to our Full Time Regular employees after respective wait times.

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