Event Producer Job at the ASSURANCE group in New York

Established event services company is seeking an Event Producer to be responsible for providing administrative and sales support for Sales Managers / Event Director to ensure the successful planning and execution of off-premise catered events.

The Event Producer will assist in the creation and administration of paperwork for off-premise catered events including, but not limited to:

• Event proposals, menus and beverage lists, pantry sheets, rental equipment lists, liquor licenses and insurance certificates
• Staffing guidelines and uniform requirements
• Maintain client contact in absence of designated Sales Manager/Event Directors
• Capture pertinent information from potential and existing clients for incoming sales inquiries
• Check venue availability for events
• Coordinate site inspections for designated Sales Managers/Event Directors and clients
• Attend site/location inspections with designated Sales Managers/Event Directors and clients
• Cost and re-cost (if necessary) event proposals
• Assist in the set-up and successful execution of in-house tastings for clients
• Serve as a liaison to Event Captains and provide them with pertinent information concerning their assigned events: staffing assignments, menus, etc.
• Attend events to assure their successful execution and to provide additional supervision if needed

The Event Producer will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, a Liberal Arts field or Business Administration
• Undergraduate internship in the hospitality field, specifically in the catering or event planning industry, strongly desired
• Prior work experience in the hospitality field, specifically in the catering or event planning industry, desired
• Demonstrated attention to detail, problem solving, logic, analytical, mathematical and customer service skills, acquired through practice or training
• Demonstrated food knowledge for menu recommendation and creation
• Ability to interact with different individuals on multiple levels, including both internal and external customers
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in the Microsoft suite of office products, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), FileMaker and Vectorworks
• Presentation and public speaking skills

Are you a motivated self-starter who is poised, professional, and enjoys collaborating with a team...Send resume outlining your related experience for immediate consideration.