Hospitality Coordinator
Full Time • New York, NY
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
A little about us
Savory is a multi-tiered catering and hospitality company on a mission to elevate the corporate catering experience, making it fresher and more reliable. Savory is a fast-paced environment focused on quality food experiences and hospitality excellence. We are based in the heart of New York City, offering culinary programs that include meeting catering, office-wide meals, receptions, and events. We know and understand the key issues facing corporate dining, and we have the best solutions. Our custom 10,000 square foot commissary located in Bryant Park allows us to minimize your onsite back of house needs, resulting in food service that is nimble, lightweight, and cost-efficient. Our rapid growth has prompted us to seek qualified individuals that will be a positive addition to our tight-knit family and help shape the future of Savory.
A little about the Role
We are currently seeking a Hospitality Coordinator to join the team at Savory Hospitality. Our ideal candidate will be someone who can effectively multi-task in the catering and events world because they are involved in every stage and process of an event, ensuring that it is executed successfully. The Events Coordinator will be responsible for providing effective oversight for event set-up and staff management. Events Coordinators will also be working closely with culinary, events, logistics, sales & accounts managers, and company clients, to achieve memorable and successful events.
A little about You
We are very particular with who we bring on board as we want to make sure they are values aligned with the company’s mission statement, their potential management, and their colleagues alike. We really promote a family-oriented culture because who doesn’t want to work in a great environment where everyone feels like family! We are looking for people who are:
We are very particular with who we bring on board as we want to make sure they are values aligned with the company’s mission statement, their potential management, and their colleagues alike. We really promote a family-oriented culture because who doesn’t want to work in a great environment where everyone feels like family! We are looking for people who are:
- Independently Driven, takes pride in their work, and can manage themselves when not being watched
- Authentic people that aren’t afraid to show how their uniqueness is a force to be reckoned with. (We love the creativity of someone being themselves!)
- Curious-minded and passionate people who have a keen desire to learn more for operations, hospitality, food, and drink
- Collaborative at heart and believe in getting things done as a family is just as important as getting things done alone (We all eat together!)
- Has a solutions-oriented mindset and works on solving for potential problems ensuring successful measures are in place in the future.
- Must be a team player with a warm personality and honest values
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Hospitality Industry or equivalent relevant experience
- Must have exceptional inter-personal and client service skills, with polished personal presentation
- Must be organized and detail oriented with a particular strength in time management, and multitasking
- Effective and professional listening, as well as verbal and written communication skills
- Willing to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, occasional weekends, and holidays
- Must be innovative, savvy and remain calm under pressure
Overview of Responsibilities
- Actively promote excellent service and hospitality throughout all events
- Organize and oversee designated events, coordinating between Hospitality Managers, Culinary, and Operations teams to ensure proper preparation and execution
- Maintain correspondence with client throughout event preparation and execution to ensure client and attendees needs are met and/or exceeded
- Display full understanding of BEOs used for each event and the details they encompass
- Oversee event set up, execution and breakdown, including checking in with client to ensure expectations are met or exceeded
- Establish and maintain excellent client relationship throughout the duration of the event as well as afterwards to retain the business
- Participate in weekly event meetings to discuss past and future events
- Assist Senior Hospitality Managers with projects as needed
- Help maintain event tracking systems including equipment, liquor/beer, etc.
- Assist with monthly equipment, liquor/beer, and dry goods inventory
Compensation: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
WORKING AT SAVORY
Savory is a full-service, boutique hospitality firm on a mission to elevate the corporate dining experience, making it fresher and more reliable with a focus on quality food experiences and hospitality excellence. Our four core services (corporate catering, events, amenities, and Simply Savory, our grab-and-go offering) mean that we are always looking for talented individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional hospitality to our client partners.
At Savory, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re a tight-knit team of passionate, innovative culinarians who strive to live our values every day: authenticity, curiosity, collaboration, solutions, and community.
We’re passionate about sustainable solutions: in how our food is sourced and served as well as creating sustainable careers in hospitality for our people. In addition to our benefits package which is available to all full-time team members, we are a growth-focused organization and take every opportunity to champion our team and help them grow with us into roles greater than they could have imagined.
OUR VALUES
At Savory, we pride ourselves on being a values-based organization:
- Curiosity: Our curiosity is always driving us to ask questions, learn more, and get better. We’re agile for ourselves and our client partners.
- Authenticity: We believe in a true commitment to respect, diversity, and integrity. Our team is unapologetically themselves and brings their diverse life experiences to our work every day.
- Collaboration: Teamwork is our foundation! We’re independently driven, each of us experts in our field, and when we come together, are able to rely on each other to create something exceptional.
- Solutions: We always operate from a solutions-oriented mindset. There is nothing too big or too small for us to solve, and we apply our learnings to ensure successful measures are in place for the future.
- Community: We believe in community first and cultivating a culture of gratitude. We celebrate and support each other in all our endeavors, both in and outside of our shared Savory goals.
Intrigued? We’d love to hear from you! Use the link here to check out our available positions.
Not sure which position is right for you but still interested in joining the Savory team? Email a resume and cover letter to talent@savory.com and we’ll be in touch!
(if you already have a resume on Indeed)
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Competitive compensation
401(k) matching program
Company-sponsored medical plans including health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA), dependent care
Commuter benefits