Catering Event Manager Toronto

The catering event manager is an integral role for the O&B catering department. It is a dual role that requires both an understanding of the sales cycle and client relationships as well as how to support the execution of the event onsite. Working closely with the culinary team the catering event manager will need to pull multiple event elements together to create show-stopping creative proposals that will give O&B catering a competitive advantage over the rest. As O&B continues to grow our catering division the catering event manager will seek new business while maintaining relationships with our key venue partners and clients each year.

THE DAY TO DAY:

• Seek new business opportunities for the unit & department focusing on prospects & cold calling
• Support the relationship development of our key contacts at catering partner venues.
• Actively seek new venue catering lists for O&B to join
• Respond to inquiries by setting up discovery calls to prepare impactful proposals that will help secure event leads.
• Provide creative proposals that are on theme on budget and on time.
• Travel to destinations for property walkthroughs and client meetings as required.
• Liaise with all vendors to create an event which may include: event rentals florals DJ services & décor.
• Communicate event details and client needs with O&B culinary & operations team
• Ensure all receipts are reconciled post event and landmark fee reports are submitted
• Follow up with clients using information from post events creating opportunity for new bookings and Moment of Truth
• Contribute to bi-weekly sales forecasting and working to reach annual sales goals.
• General administrative tasks may include but are not limited to: invoicing general accounting printing sending reports maintaining emails & voicemails filing and upkeep of client database

Qualifications :

• Minimum 2 years experience co-ordinating a variety of events (inclusive of small large and high profile functions)
• Prior understanding of equipment event rentals and staffing levels is an asset
• Prior administrative experience and exposure to marketing and sales
• Proven ability to work in a team environment with self-motivation and independent work ethic
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to engage clients
• Fanatical attention to detail strong organizational skills and sales ability
• Ability to multi-task and maintain a level of professional urgency and momentum; excellent time management skills to prioritize tasks properly
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Additional Information :

This role requires 5 days in office. Are office is located downtown Toronto.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; however only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process.

Oliver & Bonacinis Diversity Commitment

At Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect. We strive to be fair and just and create working environments where our employees can be at their best.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills
Marketing,Catering,Organizational skills,Hospitality Experience,Management Experience,HubSpot,Event Planning,Events Management,Project Management,Event Marketing,Leadership Experience,negotiation
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1