convention and special events planner

1 day ago


Markham, Ontario, Canada Apex Kosher Catering Full time

Overview
Languages

English

Education

  • Bachelor's degree
  • or equivalent experience
  • Hospitality administration/management, general

Experience
3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

  • Catering firm

Responsibilities
Tasks

  • Administer revenues and expenditures
  • Assist in preparing financial reports
  • Promote conference and meeting services or special events
  • Inspect and select sites
  • Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers
  • Prepare, present and manage budgets
  • Co-ordinate set-ups, staging, seating, parking, communication systems and other details for special events
  • Research and design special events programs
  • Plan for VIP arrangements
  • Manage Event Logistics
  • Negotiate with suppliers for the provision of materials and supplies
  • Co-ordinate the work of camera operators and other technical staff
  • Co-ordinate special events

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

  • Special events

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Attention to detail
  • Work under pressure
  • Tight deadlines
  • Fast-paced environment

Personal suitability

  • Client focus
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Excellent written communication
  • Flexibility
  • Organized
  • Team player
  • Time management
  • Resourcefulness
  • Ability to multitask

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