Culinary Event Specialist

About Us: LRY Media Group is a renowned event production agency with over 20 years of experience in event planning, production, and experiential marketing. We are dedicated to taking full control of every logistical aspect of event planning. Our approach allows the vision of the client to be fully present on event day. We achieve this by keeping our core values at the heart of everything we do:- Customer-First, Dependable, Excellence, Integrity, and Solutions-Minded- 

About the Role: We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Culinary Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all catering needs, ensuring exceptional service and client satisfaction. You will handle everything from menu planning and vendor management to on-site event coordination. The ideal candidate is passionate about food, highly organized, and has a strong attention to detail.

• Event Coordination:
• Plan and execute catering events from start to finish.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and preferences.
• Create detailed event timelines and ensure adherence to schedules. 
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• Design and develop innovative, customized menus based on client preferences, event themes, and dietary restrictions.
• Stay up-to-date with culinary trends and integrate them into menu planning
• Collaborate with clients and event planners to ensure menu selections align with event goals.

• Source and manage relationships with food suppliers and vendors.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to ensure cost-effective sourcing of ingredients.
• Ensure timely delivery of quality ingredients for each event.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients regarding catering needs.
• Provide exceptional customer service and address any concerns promptly.
• Conduct post-event follow-ups to gather feedback and ensure client satisfaction. 

• Oversee the setup and breakdown of catering events.
• Ensure all health and safety standards are met. 

• Manage catering budgets.
• Track expenses and ensure events are delivered within budget constraints.

• Proven experience in catering or event planning.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a diverse group of clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented
• Manage multiple projects while working in fast-paced environments and tight deadlines.
• Ability to self-prioritize, negotiate, and manage requests from multiple sources.
• Experience working software platforms like Cognito, Eventbrite, or other websites that collect data for events.

• Degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field.
• Certification in food safety or catering management. 

LRY Media Group is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce.