Catering Coordinator - Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Optimum Prime Food Industries L.L.C

Description

We're looking for a Catering Coordinator to help us plan and execute amazing events You'll be responsible for working with our clients to understand their catering needs, then developing a plan to make their event a success.

• Provide daily catering service including set up and breakdown, food & beverage preparation, and catering events
• Plan, coordinate, and execute catering events for conferences, meetings, and events
• Manage catering inventory, ordering food, and obtaining food vendor's bids
• Manage catering staff to ensure catering special events are completed on time and within budget
• Assist other team members with planning catering events

• Help effectively manage catering budgets, including analyzing sales trends, ordering inventory, tracking expenses, and determining appropriate pricing
• Work closely with the chef and catering manager to coordinate all catering orders, including menu development, ordering, and billing
• Provide clear communication to event coordinators, caterers, and clients regarding production status, menu changes, and special requests
• Order office supplies, maintain inventory, and clean the office
• Work with vendors and suppliers to source products, negotiate pricing, and monitor deliveries

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent;
• 2+ years' relevant experience in a catering or hospitality setting
• Strong customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills

• Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)