Catering & Events Coordinator

Catering & Events Coordinator XO Taco - 3.0 Syracuse, NY Job Details Full-time $22 - $27 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Customer communication Fiscal management Guest relations Supplier management Inventory management Staff scheduling Greeting customers Sanitation Project timeline management Managing hospitality teams Mid-level Event vendor coordination Team management Managing event budgets Vendor relationship management Materials management in food and beverage Budgeting Food ordering Business management Communication skills Food service management Order fulfillment Full Job Description XO Taco is seeking a highly organized Catering Coordinator to manage our catering and event services. The Catering Coordinator responsibilities will include welcoming guests, coordinating decor and event planning tasks, overseeing food preparation and presentation, maintaining catering inventory, liaising with vendors, supervising staff, and ensuring that the catered events meet sanitation standards. To be successful in this role, you should have a personable demeanor, a passion for customer service, as well as good networking and financial management skills. Experience in the food service industry is advantageous.

Catering Coordinator Responsibilities:

Welcoming guests and clients. Effectively communicate with all guests and staff in a friendly, courteous and timely manner. Organize and coordinate event timeline, ensuring that the service runs smoothly and efficiently. Coordinate and oversee decor set-up and breakdown. Processing and receiving food orders on time. Maintaining inventory of food and office supplies. Liaising with vendors and external suppliers. Oversee catering and kitchen staff. Managing staff schedules. Assisting management with food and decor budget, and managing finances. Maintain high personal grooming standards and professional demeanor.

Catering Coordinator Requirements:

Prior experience in food service or hospitality industry required. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Financial and/or business management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Professional appearance. Organized and punctual.

About XO Taco:

Fun, eclectic taco bar serving progressive variations of tacos, margaritas and other Tex-Mex inspired dishes! Come and work for an exciting and growing team!