Picnic Basket Catering Collective is looking for enthusiastic people to join our team. We have a strong commitment to our internal and external community; we are looking for positive, passionate, and resourceful candidates with a strong sense of integrity. We strongly encourage candidates who will enrich our inclusive environment, have a sense of pride in our company and be committed to our goal of excellence to apply.
Sales and Event Assistant
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Answering multiple phone lines
- Knowledge of menus and service styles
- Assisting our Lead Sales Manager in taking inquiries, building proposals, confirming event details, creating menu signs, processing payments
- Act as the point of contact among clients and vendor partners
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing with editing and proofreading skills
- Excellent organizational, time management skills with a strong attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft products and the ability to learn catering software
- Attending events to facilitate client experience and to assist Sales & Catering teams
- Coordination & communication with multiple departments
- Previous experience a plus
- Reliable transportation needed
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- 1 years of office admin experience
- Event planning or hospitality experience a plus
- Caterease experience is a plus.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Food and beverage experience
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
- Excellent time management and communication skills—written and oral
- Expert interpersonal skills
- Solid ability to anticipate and solve problems
- Solid ability to collaborate with others
- Brand knowledge and familiarity with all products offered.
- Ability to interpret and perform basic computer and Caterease system functions.
Benefits:Optional:
- Health Insurance
- Optional Dental Insurance
- Paid time off
- Optional Life Insurance
- employee discount
Supplemental Pay:
Physical Requirements: The following attempts to communicate the traditional physical demands associated with this position:
- Stand/Walk: Continuous
- Lift/Carry: 5-50 lbs. Frequent
- Push/Pull: 10-50 lbs. Frequent
- Squat/Kneel: Frequent
- Bend/Stoop: Frequent
- Twist/Turn: Frequent
- Grip/Grasp: Frequent
- Reach: Frequent
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship
Salary: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Occasional evening shifts
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Food industry: 1 year (Preferred)
- Sales administration: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Office: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Colorado Springs, CO 80905: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person