Job Description
The Conference Services & Catering Coordinator will report directly to the Director of Conference Services and Catering and will be responsible for supporting the Director and Manager of Conference Services and Catering, as well as the General Manager by handling administrative duties along with servicing some meetings and event bookings.
This position will be responsible for administrative tasks, while expediting details for events, catering, and conferences.
There will be an expectation of doing Front Desk attendant relief at times and assistance to the Food and Beverage Catering operation Director when needed.
The candidate will be an important member of the team to ensure that the goals & deadlines of this area are achieved.
The Executive Learning Centre is a Conference Centre & Hotel located on the York University campus. The Centre is managed by Aramark and owned by York University.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform administrative tasks as needed and when required.
- Solicit new business. Develop and maintain relationships to drive sales on campus and in the wider community. Build and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders and clients
- Work closely with Director and Manager of Conference Services and Catering to ensure event process within a team environment is positive and to ensure that all staff are able to perform at the highest level
- Gain a logistical understanding of the needs of the client throughout their event
- Establishes and maintains effective communications with all employees.
- Manage meeting space to maximize space utilization balanced with customer needs. Resolve skillfully all issues related to conflicts of space by working with all parties.
- Perform any other duties, responsibilities as needed and when required
Qualifications
- Ideal candidates will possess a Post-Secondary Degree / Diploma or 2-4 years of Conference Planning & Catering experience.
- Experience with companies operating in multi-site, unionized operations is preferred.
- Experience working with OPERA Property Management System will be an asset
Education
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world.
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.
Learn more about working here at http : / / www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .
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