Banquets - Coordinator at Northland Properties in Richmond, BC, CA

We are looking for a talented Event Coordinator to facilitate the coordination of our Events with our Events Team at Chop Steakhouse and Bar.

As an Event Coordinator, you will have the opportunity to help develop and mentor your team, uphold standards for your department and have a direct impact on the success of the location. You will work directly with talented chefs, the General Manager, Event Manger and restaurant leaders as well as the hotel division.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
• Competitive Wages
• Complimentary meals when working
• Guaranteed Work hours
• Opportunity for growth within our company
• Personal development and mentorship from Event Manager
• Discount card for our restaurants (Moxies, Chop, Denny’s, Shark Club, Rockford and Tavern Collective)
• Employee discount and Friends & Family discount for all Northland affiliated brands: including Grouse Mountain, Revelstoke Mountain Resort, & Sutton Hotel Group.
• Flexible work schedule (days, evenings & weekends)

THE ROLE:
• To direct and control events in the facility at an excellent level while maintaining and abiding by all standards, policies and/or procedures set forth by our company
• Providing leadership, training, and mentorship for our event team
• Managing guest inquiries and customer service, including creating event quotes, invoices and guest complaints
• Event Inventory planning
• Expert scheduling and labour control
• Attending weekly EO meetings with the Chef & Event Manager to ensure culinary excellence
• Oversee & supervise Event Execution to ensure a successful guest experience; set-up of event rooms, delegate tasks to servers & porters, quality control food and facility
• Ability to take on Event Manager’s roles & responsibilities due to illness or vacation

COMPETENCIES & CHARACTER:
• Attention to detail
• Professional presentation & appearance standards
• Remains calm under pressure
• High level organization & planning
• Strong Computer Skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Teams & Outlook
• Excellent communication skills- written & verbal
• Ability to stand for long periods of time; bending, and lifting up to 50lbs
• Positive attitude, and ability to uplift your team
• Strong leadership skills
• Flexible availability
• Ability to speak French considered an asset