Job Description:

Swift + company is a preeminent caterer servicing the Houston and Southwest region of Texas for over 23 successful years! Known for our outstanding cuisine and event management, executing weddings, corporate events, galas and social functions with superb food, we now offer full service Party Rentals with that same impeccable service and unmistakable flair.

The Event Planner reports to the General Manager and is responsible for the following:

Job Summary

The Event Planner is responsible for the planning and execution of all events with a seamless turnover from sales to operations back to sales. Duties involve negotiating and coordinating budgets, vendors, decor, menus, wines and libations, entertainment, tenting, VIPs, off-property events, and all related requirements for our clients, maximizing revenues and profits while ensuring the safety and quality of our services.

• Four year college degree is preferred.
• Minimum of four years industry experience preferred.
• Previous department experience in a hospitality/hotel/restaurant/catering environment preferred.
• Microsoft Word and Excel knowledge and proficiency required.

Requirements

• Long hours and weekends are required during seasonal demand.
• Medium work-exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force.
• Ability to stand for long hours at a time.
• As Event Planner, you will also spend some time moving about the event site overseeing the various components, contractors and staff during the installation, event and strike.

• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must be able to work well in stressful, high-pressure situations including the ability to handle complaints and disputes and resolve them to satisfactory results.

• Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.
• Must be effective in handling concerns in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving these concerns as necessary.

• Must have the ability to assimilate complex information, data, etc. from various sources and consider, adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need.
• Ability to work well with a team.

• Must be effective at listening, understanding and clarifying concerns and issues raised by Swift + company staff and clients.

• Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data.

Swift + company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.