Catering Marketing Assistant Part-time

Description

OUR CORE PURPOSE:

As an expression of God’s love in Southwest Florida, we are growing to ensure that no one experiencing hunger, homelessness or addiction is alone or without a pathway for their journey from crisis to contributor. Together with our partners and participants, we cultivate communities where people are progressively seen, accepted, challenged, and supported.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Catering Marketing Assistant will assist in catering operations, under the direction of the Catering Manager.  

ESSENTIAL LEADERSHIP FUNCTIONS

Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the field. Build and maintain relationships with potential clients, including corporate clients, event planners, and private individuals.

Client Engagement: Conduct site visits and client meetings to understand their catering needs and preferences. Provide personalized recommendations and solutions to meet their requirements.

Sales Presentations: Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations and proposals to prospective clients. Highlight the unique features and benefits of our catering services.

Event Coordination: Collaborate with the catering team to ensure seamless execution of events. Assist in planning and coordinating logistics, including menu selection, staffing, and setup.

Market Research: Stay updated on industry trends and competitor offerings. Provide insights and feedback to improve our services and stay ahead in the market.

Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service throughout the sales process and event execution. Address client inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.

• Lead by example and with an attitude of JOY.
• Meet the needs of our clients and their guests to the best of ability.
• Be able to share who St. Matthew’s House is and what we do, if asked.
• Strives to offer superb customer service.
• Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the job equipment, maintaining cleanliness and neatness in the doing the job.
• At the completion of a catering job, return all used equipment
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested by the Kitchen Manager, Director of Hospitality, Catering Manager, or Culinary Program Administrator at any time.

Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Serving and catering experience much preferred

Experience: 2 years kitchen experience and professional food service. Track record of kitchen-based teaching helpful.  

Confidentiality: Works with confidential information – account numbers 

Mental/Visual Demand: Flow of work requires normal mental and visual capabilities.

Physical Demand: The employee is required to handle, feel and/or reach with hands and arms, squatting, bending, and constantly moving on a regular basis. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. 

Working Conditions: Working in different weather conditions outside is to be expected. Must be willing to occasionally work non-standard work schedule including nights, weekends, and other unusual hours due to business needs.