Events Manager Job at Salt & Honey Catering + Events, Oakland, CA

  • Salt & Honey Catering + Events
  • Oakland, CA

Job Description

Overview
We are an offsite catering company located in downtown Oakland, serving the greater Bay Area, from Napa to Silicon Valley. We use locally-sourced and sustainably raised and caught produce, meat, and seafood to create meals that are satisfying, and responsible for the environment.
Our professional, service-oriented staff create simple, rustic, and elegant presentations. We are looking for a motivated, career-focused Event Manager able to exceed guest expectations, for a hands-on role in event preparation and execution.

The Event Manager will:
● Ensure quality of service as onsite client liaison
● Execute event timelines, floor plans and other event specifications
● Communicate with colleagues and clients in a timely manner
● Supervise and delegate to onsite staff
● Coordinate onsite vendor activities
● Tour venues, compile and coordinate logistics, and verify event details
● Create and complete event paperwork (e.g. floor plans, timelines, and debriefs)
● Deliver, setup, and breakdown food and equipment
● Pack event equipment for upcoming services
● Load and unload company vehicles

Our ideal candidate will have:
● 1-3 years experience as event lead or manager in catering, restaurant or wedding planning
● College degree, or equivalent experience
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
● Polished appearance and manners, and respectful approach
● Remaining calm in stressful situations
● Problem solving ability, and a sense of urgency in completing tasks
● Excellent organization and time-management skills
● Leadership skills with strong attention to detail
● Availability days, evenings, holidays, and weekends as needed
● Valid driver's license and clean driving record
● Serve Safe and DOT registration required within two weeks of hiring
● Proficient in Google Suite
● Able to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion, and up to 35 pounds regularly

Job Tags

Part time, Weekend work, Afternoon shift

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