CATERING & EVENTS MANAGER - Paradise Coast Sports ComplexPARA SFM, LLCLOCATION: Naples, FLDEPARTMENT: FOOD & BEVERAGEREPORTS TO: FOOD & BEVERAGE DIRECTORSTATUS: FULL-TIME (EXEMPT)
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Paradise Coast Sports Complex is a premier sport, recreation and entertainment destination focused on improving the health and economic vitality of Naples, FL. You will be joining a championship level team focused on fun, fulfillment and service built to enrich the community as well as your career and personal growth. Paradise Coast Sports Complex is a managed facility by Sports Facilities Management, LLC, a Sports Facilities Companies company. SFC is the nation's leading resource for managing and developing sports, recreation, wellness, and events facilities. We provide a highly collaborative and supportive culture that raises our team members to new levels of career growth. Together, we will carve a path in a hyper-growing industry where you will enjoy the journey and learn from the industry's best while having some fun. SFC has been awarded national recognition as a Top Workplace and is considered a workplace of choice.
Our mission:
-focused company is highly entrepreneurial, team-oriented with a culture centered on collaboration, accountability, excellence, and service. We are growing rapidly and looking for high performers at every level to grow with us.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Events Manager will plan and execute all aspects of non-sporting events and catering functions. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:Manages the booking and catering of nonsporting events and banquets Manage suite level events Hire, train, and schedule banquet and catering staff Oversee community events as the main stakeholder Assist clients with questions about booking event/facility and closing business Direct all aspects of event setup and tear-down Assists with catering responsibilities including food/buffet/beverage delivery, setup, serving, clearing, etc.as needed Provide timely client and guest feedback to management Oversee and assists in post-event cleaning as needed Relay important information about additional orders, allergies, and/or special requests Maintain a high level of cleanliness and awareness of sanitary practices in all responsible areas Complete any other special projects and daily assignments as directed by leadershipMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:3+ years of appropriate management experience required Ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment Must have excellent interpersonal, problem solving and negotiating skillsMust be a team player Must have excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skillsMust be able to work flexible schedules including weekends, nights, and holidaysWORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl The employee is exposed to cleaning chemicals that must be handled with extreme caution While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work in outside weather conditions and can be exposed to hot, wet, and humid conditions Significant standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling Will be required to operate a computer Facility has intermittent noise
