Catering Assistant

Key Responsibilities:

Catering activities, books, plans & directed functions
Creates proposals, contracts and banquet event orders
Ensures all safety and sanitation procedures are followed in compliance with HACCP
Maintains local clients database and builds and maintains relationship with vendors
Performs related duties and special projects as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.
Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectable manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors.
Ability to follow directions and procedures, effective time management and organization skills.
Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree is preferred or equivalent professional experience
Proven track record for meeting sales goals
Strong knowledge of current food, industry trends and fine dining points of service
A minimum of three to five years of experience in hospitality industry including two years’ experience in catering sales
Supervisory, scheduling, training, and coaching skills
Ability to assess client requirements and deliver ensuring client satisfaction
Must be able to write menu proposals in consultation with chefs
The ability to supervise food preparation, service and clean-up is also essential
Knowledge of A/V equipment with the ability to set up and break down for events
Superior quantitative, oral and written communications and problem-solving/strategizing skills
Excellent leadership and organizational skills, flexible and adaptable to constant changes and must possess attention to detail
Excellent overall computer skills with advanced knowledge of Excel 
Proactive mindset and able to remain calm under pressure to anticipate and support changes in our business.
Conformity to the highest standards of personal integrity and ethical behavior
Exceptional client relations and customer service abilities
 

We all wear multiple hats here at ENZO. You may need to take on responsibilities outside of this job description at times, as we all do.