Glen Oaks Country Club
Catering Assistant
West Des Moines, Iowa•Full-time
$22 - $24 hourly
$22 - $24 hourly
About the Job
Glen Oaks Country Club is seeking a qualified, highly motivated Catering Assistant!
The Catering Assistant works under the Director of Events and the Catering Sales Manager. The primary objective of the department includes planning, budgeting, forecasting, soliciting new business, maintaining current clients, and promoting banquet and catering business for the club. Revenue maximization and the ability to control Catering expenses through effective negotiation of services and accurate forecasting are required. The team is responsible for achieving the budgeted sales plan. Internal/external events may include corporate events, weddings, rehearsal dinners, luncheons, galas, and golf tournaments as well as our member events.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist with prospecting research to generate new business.
- Respond to all inquiry phone calls/walk-ins & leads in a timely manner.
- Interact with clients to determine needs and direct staff accordingly.
- Create a welcoming, engaging, and inclusive atmosphere for members and guests with detailed BEO’s for small social and member events.
- Promote upcoming programs and encourage member participation.
- Interact professionally and enthusiastically with members.
- Welcome clients at the start of each event.
- Represent the club in a positive and professional manner.
- Responsible for communication efforts such as email reminders, thank you’ s and coordination with other departments.
- Assist with organizing supplies within approved budgets.
- Conduct site visits.
- Ensure the functions are set to client-specific standards.
- Coordinate with other departments regarding the BEO process.
- Assure completion of the billing and deposit procedures.
- Give an overview of weekly events to Director of Events.
- Assisting with event floor plans.
- Tracking holiday reservations and changes.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience in catering sales or the banquet industry preferred.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Knowledge of social etiquette.
- Outgoing personality with excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently while taking direction.
- Basic computer skills required; experience with NorthStar or similar.
Send us your resume and cover letter and let’s get started:
- If you require alternative methods of application or screening, you must approach the employer directly.
About Glen Oaks Country Club
Glen Oaks Country Club, developed in 1991, is an award-winning gated community and country club in West Des Moines, Iowa. Glen Oaks was previously named the #1 golf course in the State of Iowa by Golf Digest. The clubhouse, golf course and residential community is situated on 532 acres of land. The community is shared by an intimate group of friends and families who truly appreciate a lifestyle marked by quality, tradition and unrivaled amenities. The club features a resort-style aquatics park, patio bar & ice cream shoppe, custom culinary offerings with an on-site Executive Chef, a fitness room with on-site personal trainer and a stunning 18-hole Tom Fazio designed golf course that complements the exceptional beauty that is Glen Oaks Country Club.