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Event Coordinator at RMD Group

San Diego, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Oct 2024

💰 $70,000/yr($50,000/yr – $70,000/yr)

About the role

Position Summary:To support the Sales & Event Department in all event-related activities; focusing on a variety of tasks to ensure that large parties and private events are successfully planned, set up, and executed to our standards and the expectations of the Guest.Type: Hourly, Part-timePay scale: $25.00-$35.00 + commission, DOE Duties and Responsibilities:Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Assists the Sales & Event Managers with a variety of tasks to ensure that large parties and private events, and special occasions are successfully planned, set up, and executed to our standards and the expectations of the Guest

Collect sales lead contact and group information and distribute it to Sales Manager
Proposal and contract creation
Menu and signage creation
Event file creation and distribution
Site inspections (setting up the venue to required standards, meeting clients, answering questions, etc...)
Send out meeting requests and calendar blocks
Stay informed of new developments and trends in the event and hospitality industry while monitoring competitor activity, products, strengths, and weaknesses to continually improve sales strategies
Soliciting and maintaining private event business for all RMD Venues by:

Building and maintaining positive working relationships with RMD Event clients
Participate in any sales blitzes/promotional events/gifting etc…

Qualifications

A qualified candidate has event coordinating experience and is looking to build a career in events; is outgoing, personable, and friendly with the ability to speak in front of clients and guests with clarity and confidence.
Minimum 1-3 years of hospitality, preferably in events, experience
Experience with Tripleseat or other CRM/SAAS programs is a plus, but not required.
Must be able to communicate well both orally and in writing

Must be comfortable learning new skills

Skills and Attitudes

Must be motivated, hard-working, and passionate
Excellent communication skills (verbally interacts with management, team members and guests.)
Must be a strong leader with the ability to handle multiple tasks and responsibilities
Must be able to:

Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy

Prioritize and organize

Think clearly, remain calm, and resolve problems using good judgment

Follow directions thoroughly

Understand guest service needs

Work cohesively as a team with co-workers

Work in a stressful, fast-paced environment

EducationMust have one or more of the following:

High School Graduate
Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university (preferred)
Must be able to speak, hear, understand, read, and write the English language.
A general knowledge and understanding of San Diego current events, cultural and culinary happenings.
Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel/Word/Outlook).
Proficient in Toast and/or other POS systems (Preferred)

Other Requirements