Ridgewells Catering

Event Producer Job at Ridgewells Catering in Bethesda

Ridgewells Catering, Bethesda, MD, United States, 20811

POSITION SUMMARY

The Event Producer is responsible for planning and executing a wide range of events by supporting the Event

Designers. She/he will be responsible to maintain contacts and coordinate with multiple client accounts; attend

event meetings and take detailed notes of the client’s requests.

RESPONSIBILITIES Other responsibilities include, but not limited to:

Assist the Event Designer in planning and coordinating events
Act as liaison between the customer and various departments to ensure that requests are fulfilled
Enter event and sales information into event software
Write complete rendering specifications clearly
Manage assigned accounts and events
Attend operations meetings
Ensure the updates are made and reflected correctly in the system
Review and print change logs
Determine staffing level and put in staffing requests in a timely manner
Attend site-visits and tastings, as well as assigned events
Coordinate with venue staff to ensure that the event runs smoothly and that any technical difficulties are addressed promptly
Assist the Event Designer in achieving monthly sales goals
Receives and responds to phone-in customers.
Perform review of design elements for effectiveness, and attend event installations
Design, print, cut, and organize events materials Ensure paperwork, digital design files, and renderings are well-organized and maintained
Run and reconcile Event Analysis Reports
Become knowledgeable of company event site and inventory
Perform all necessary paperwork; ensure consistency and accuracy
Performs other duties associated with the position that are reasonably assigned to support the overall
needs of the business

QUALIFICATIONS:

Highschool Diploma or equivalent
A degree in Hospitality/Events Planning preferred
A minimum of 1-year relevant work experience in event production
Preference for hospitality/food service experience
Possession of excellent communication skills on all fronts
Must have good interpersonal skills and must be easily approachable
Must be someone that pays keen attention to details
Good organizational and coordinating abilities
Must be proactive and show a great level of creativity in carrying out assigned duties
Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments in the face of multiple duties
Good time-management skill is a necessary requirement
Excellent decision-making skills to reduce chances of error
Must be able to work in a team environment or even lead a team if the need arises
Should have a solid background in event production and/or management
Must be proficient in MS Office Suite, and Publisher.

BENEFITS: