Catering Coordinator

Greater Philadelphia Area

Off-Premise Events (Mitzvah experience a plus)

Salary plus Hourly pay on event day!

Ready to dive into the exciting world of high-end food service, catering, and events? Our premier Philadelphia company is searching for an energetic Catering Coordinator to join our team! This fast-paced role is perfect for someone who thrives on juggling multiple tasks, prioritizing like a pro, and ensuring every client experience is flawless.

You'll be the backbone of our administrative operations, playing a key part in assisting with events and managing meeting spaces.

 Duties to include:

• Phone inquiries, available for walk-throughs/site visits
• Managing Facility and Catering contracts
• Act as rental client contact/agent for any venue related issue, event material drop-offs/pick-up, vendor information, obtaining vendor COI, Vendor load-in schedules
• Supplemental site visits (photographers, florist, dj/band)
• On-site contact/MOD for events

Communications with Venue staff and coordination of External Rental Client needs

• Coordination for On-site deliveries – rentals, wedding “stuff drop-offs”, vendor arrivals, miscellaneous deliveries
• Office organization – supplies, etc
• Must be willing to work event-based hours that may include evenings and weekends

Skills/Abilities:

• Must have the availability to work flexible hours.
• Must have working knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook
• Must have strong professional etiquette
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks at one time
• Proficiency in multi-tasking.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to perform under stress.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associates level college degree or higher preferred

Preferred Experience:

• Hospitality, event and or catering industry experience strongly preferred
• Off Premise catering experience strongly preferred
• Catering/Hospitality/Events 2 years min. preferred
• Must have previous customer service experience.
• Previous administrative experience required

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• ~10 hour shifts; ~50 hour work weeks
• Days off are flexible and are driven by the event schedule

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

• Varied for Off Premise

Apply Now - Catering Coordinator located in Philadelphia, PA

For immediate consideration, please send your resume directly to nate@geckohospitality.com.