Restaurants Events Coordinator

Landry's

Houston, TX

Expired: October 01, 2022 Applications are no longer accepted.

Full-Time

Job Description

Restaurant Events Coordinator
The Post Oak Hotel at Uptown Houston

The Post Oak Hotel is the only Texas Forbes Five-Star Hotel and Spa and Houston's only AAA Five-Diamond destination boasting elegant accommodations masterfully blended with extensive conference space, prominent office space, designer fashion, signature dining and sophisticated amenities all in one tower. The 700,000-square-foot tower embraces every desire of savvy business and leisure travelers alike.

The Post Oak Hotel is seeking a Restaurant Events Coordinator to join our hotel team. We hire individuals that are committed to providing a remarkable guest experience and changing the standard of luxury. If your skills and talents are a match for our needs, we can open the door to growth and leadership opportunities.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

Multiple benefit plans to suit your needs
Paid Time Off
401K
Opportunities for advancement
Positive and respectful work environment where diversity is valued
Generous employee discounts
Community volunteer opportunities with Landry's League
Complimentary Parking and Meal

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Approach all encounters with guests and associates in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
Knowledgeable in Bloom & Bee's Private Dining Room, Patio, and full restaurant buyout set up and capabilities.
Knowledgeable in Craft F&B partial or full buyout set up and capabilities.
Knowledgeable in Bouchee partial or full buyout set up and capabilities, in addition to ability to book Afternoon Tea's and sell cake and pastry orders.
Knowledgeable in Stella's Wine Bar patio and buyout set up and capabilities.
Knowledgeable in Pool Deck Events setup and capabilities.
Assist to re-solicit past accounts and generate new business from existing business.
Meet and greet in-house guests upon arrival, review the course of events and introduce other staff members (restaurant managers and servers).
Develop menus and agendas, ensure REO's are issued according to department SOP's, and complete all pertinent correspondence with culinary team for event execution success.
Maintain current hotel information and be able to provide hotel amenities information to all guests inquiring.
Ability to manage Open Table reservation system and maximize seating potential at all times.
Follow through to completion of function(s).
Maintain pricing integrity and propose upscale menus for all events.
Interact with outside vendors as requested with clients.
Ensure compliance with all local liquor laws, and health and sanitation regulations.
Prepare and submit required paperwork for REO's finalization; properly file all paperwork according to F&B standards.
Work with F&B managers and keep them informed of F&B outlet events and ensure event does not conflict with ongoing outlet business levels.
Responsible for creating menus for client's special events.
Responsible for setting up event with servers and restaurant managers as specified by clients.
Responsible for collecting deposit and credit card authorizations to finalize events.
Responsible for service excellence of event from inquiry to finale.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays as required.
Ability to deliver an exemplary service level which creates an atmosphere that makes our guests want to return, giving each guest a positive, memorable experience.
Commitment to routinely go above and beyond.
Must present an image of excitement and enthusiasm, while being able to project a professional appearance and demeanor. Inclusive of professional email and phone etiquette.
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

At least 4 years of previous food and beverage experience and/or as a coordinator or event service team member.
Proficient in Microsoft office applications, and ability to learn new systems as required.
Ability to learn menu development software.
Strong restaurant and events executions knowledge.
Knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, liquor laws and regulations.