Summary
Coordinates conference/catering functions such as command functions, balls, retirements, meetings, etc. Assists clients with event dates, guest quantity, occasion, and outlines services offered, i.e space size, menu, entertainment, etc. Employee privileges include access to base facilities such as gyms, recreation centers, restaurants, Navy Exchange and discount tickets to sporting and entertainment events. Sign on bonus of $500 after 90 days of continuous employment.
Duties
Responsible for managing all aspects of the conference & catering operations. Incumbent makes recommendations, if needed. Cost functions, prepares contracts, signs and obtains client signature and deposits, if required. Coordinates food and beverage needs with appropriate personnel. Arranges required supplies, decorations, equipment, and personnel. Maintains private party book and contract files. Follows-up with client evaluation of services rendered. Prepares private party brochures and advertising material. May provide input into establishing catering prices. Supervises private party personnel. The incumbent plans, schedules, coordinates and directs the work of lower grade personnel, resolves most conflicts, interprets policy and determines methods and practices required to complete and maintain conference & catering programs and activities. May be required to use a cash register and POS system. Maybe called upon to perform duties of subordinate positions. Responsible for the active sales effort of the conference and catering operation. Works directly under the supervision of the Business Activity Manager Site Manager. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- This position is subject to background check in accordance with federal regulations
- Work requires moderate physical strength and exertion, bending, stooping and carrying materials such as loaded trays or boxes maybe required
- Maybe required to lift or move objects up to fifty pounds (50) such as tables, chairs, liquor cases etc.
- Work is frequently required for evening, weekend and holiday events
- Position requires evenings and weekends when there are scheduled events
Qualifications
- Three years of experience that demonstrates knowledge of conference/catering sales and familiarity with related procedures, policies and pricing based on either a military or civilian sector environment versed in catering to the needs of the military and/or civilian clients with similar requirements/structure.
- Possess the skills necessary to assist customers in planning successful conference/catering events.
- Ability to perform the full-range of supervisory duties.
- Ability to prepare reports, forecast sales, and complete simple contractual arrangements.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with various levels of employees and command personnel.
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office software programs.
- Employee must have a valid driver's license and be able to travel between work sites.
- Knowledge of and skill in the application of a broad range of management principles, concepts and methodology to a variety of activities, events and services for the conference & catering program assigned.
- Ability to make decisions regarding what needs to be done including the assessment of the size and mix of the combined patron community; cost targets; product and service adequacy standards; and required changes or exceptions to operational policies. Similarly, the incumbent must be able to evaluate the effectiveness of contracted services and functions.
- Ability to recognize problems and develop a recommended solution.
- Knowledge of DOD and Navy Fleet Readiness policies, regulation, administrative practices and procedures related to management, planning, some budgeting, scheduling and coordinating conference & catering programs and for efficient operation and use of assigned facilities and equipment preferred.
Education
There is no education requirement for this position.
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of KSAs related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager.
Required Documents
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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Next steps
All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 3-6 weeks after the announcement closing date.
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