ASSISTANT EVENTS MANAGER

The Marilyn Group is searching for an Assistant Event Manager to join our team at the Jersey Shore.We have multiple locations as well as offsite events. We are looking for a creative and thoughtful community minded manager that aligns with our mission and focus. We are purposeful, people-centric, lifestyle experience-focused. We believe in bringing the best of ourselves to the venue and our guests with 360 vision. The person we are searching for is an authentic communicator that moves with rhythm of our ocean.

 As Assistant Catering Manager, you will be responsible for assisting with all catered events. You'll need to maintain professionalism at all times, and work with others in a cooperative manner, even while working under pressure. Our ideal candidate has a positive, can-do attitude, is detail-oriented, and has a well-rounded knowledge of the food and beverage industry.

Responsibilities 

• Works closely with Catering Manager to develop and maintain customer relationships.
• Assist in communicating with leads through online platform and venue inquiries.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all vendors, staff and greeting active/potential clients entering the venue.
• Assist with scheduling and payroll reporting.
• Customer service responsibilities include speaking directly with the customer regarding their order and any follow-up.
• Assists with booking, set-up/tear down, and full execution of catered events.
• Maintains established food presentation and service standards, providing an ongoing enhancement to these based upon current trends in the catering industry.
• Maintains an organized system of comprehensive record-keeping for each catered event, local event days, monthly inventory, and requisitions.
• Maintains appropriate levels of related catering supplies and decorations, which are in keeping with the seasons and/or are trend specific.
• Assists with recruitment for hourly associates, including working with the Talent Acquisition team to pre-screen candidates, conduct interviews, and identify individuals for hire.

Qualifications 

• Minimum of 2 years of related experience. Compensation is commensurate with experience.
• Previous experience with restaurant or banquet operations, guest service, recruiting, and training.
• Familiar with the hospitality and entertainment industry.
• Strong communication, organizational skills, and customer service skills.
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions.
• Regular use of technology including email, MS Word, PowerPoint, Triple Seat and ability to learn catering and hospitality software.

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to move inventory, products, carts, tables, etc. as well as using kitchen utensils and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Must be able to tolerate standing, walking in varying temperature environments. 

All positions at The Marilyn Group are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All are encouraged to apply