Event Planner/Coordinator

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To market, sell and coordinate special events, private parties, corporate functions, and offsite marketing events that generate net income to the company.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Diligently seek out new sources of revenue through all available means including the cultivation of relationships with regional businesses, event planners, hotel staff, wedding planners, and corporate destination management companies.
• Return all incoming calls and emails from potential or current clients no later than the next business day.
• Identify and secure new methods, means and locations for the distribution of our marketing materials for private parties and events.
• Identify and develop relationships with non-profits, schools, professional and service organizations, churches, and residential properties.
• Keep in an organized manner records of all client contacts including follow – ups and resolutions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Self motivated, and ability to multi task in a very fast paced organization
• Must have a good basic knowledge of high end catering events
• Excellent time management / organizational skills
• Excellent and timely communication skills, needed for customer interactions
• Ability to manage all aspects of an event from menu development to all aspects of the event which can include, staffing, rentals, delivery and day of event details
• Manage intercompany communications for food prep, ordering, etc.
• Must be proficient in catering software (ie Gather or something similar), InDesign, Publisher, as well as Microsoft office suite products
• What we offer in return is a competitive salary, benefits, and a great family company to grow with. There is room for advancement for those that show the desire and the aptitude
• This is a fulltime sales position, and weekends and evenings may be expected at times
• Please submit cover letter and resume

Job Types: Full-time, Commission

Salary: $40,000.00 to $60,000.00 /year

Experience:

• Event Planning: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Job Location:

• Atlanta, GA 30303 (Preferred)