Lead the Events & Catering Planning function, driving operational excellence, client engagement, and team performance for a high-volume corporate events program.
Compensation
Salary: 115,000-125,000
Responsibilities
Lead the Planning function, establishing departmental priorities and performance expectations
Manage and develop Planning Managers, ensuring consistent team performance and adherence to standards
Monitor operational, client, and financial performance to improve efficiency and service quality
Partner with the General Manager on strategy, staffing, and resource planning
Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and executive assistants
Responsible for coordinating and improving assigned catering business operations across Foodservice, Online Ordering, Special Events, corporate accounts, and everyday Guest orders.
Responsibilities
Analyze catering sales, product mix, labor requirements, food costs, client demand, and event performance; identify trends and recommend changes to support profitability and service goals.
Evaluate and recommend catering pricing, menu offerings, packages, minimums, and seasonal programs using cost, capacity, Guest demand, and margin information; implement approved changes within delegated authority.
Develop and improve catering operating procedures, order workflows, BEO accuracy controls, client communication standards, and event planning processes in partnership with Catering leadership.
Exercise independent judgment within defined financial and operational limits when resolving unusual catering requests, prioritizing competing event needs, selecting service approaches, and addressing significant client-service issues.
Plan and coordinate assigned catering programs and large or complex events by assessing staffing, production capacity, scheduling, delivery, equipment, and execution risks; recommend adjustments and allocate resources within authorized parameters.
Requirements
Associate’s degree in Catering, Food Service, Business, or a related field
Lead banquet operations and staff during events at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Compensation
Hiring Range: $26.00/hour
Responsibilities
Reviews CADs and BEOs with the Banquet Manager in advance to align on event expectations and identify any issues before guest arrival
Conducts daily and pre-event inspections of banquet areas, storage rooms, public spaces, floors, linens, and furniture to ensure pristine cleanliness, organization, and ServSafe compliance
Oversees banquet service staff during events to keep timelines on track, ensure high-level guest care, and maintain a visible presence from beginning to end
Conducts pre-meal briefings for servers and bartenders prior to each function
Collaborates with management to maintain up-to-date liquor and equipment inventories in order to minimize rental needs
Provide administrative and clerical support to the Sales & Marketing team at a hotel, assisting with client relations, scheduling, documentation, and logistics.
Responsibilities
Assist Director of Sales & Marketing with administrative tasks
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