Catering Coordinator | Part-Time | Palm Beach County ...

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.TheCatering Coordinator supports the CateringSales Teamby advising clients of rates,catering, and services; preparation and execution of event contracts, planning, coordination, and execution of food & beverage events within the convention center.Strong verbal and written communications skills, the ability to manage several tasks simultaneously, be self-governed and self-motivated, possess a basic understanding of banquet andcateringsales, public relations, advertising and special event planning and execution are essential.This role pays an hourly rate of $20.00-22.00Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matchingThis position will remain open until May 8, 2026.ThePalm Beach County Convention Center is a multi-purpose facility in West Palm Beach, Florida, managed by Oak View Group.The Center features a 100,000 square-foot exhibit hall, a 22,000 square-foot ballroom and 21,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, as well as connecting to the 400-room Hilton West Palm Beach.AssistCateringSales Team in creating and and distributionof accurate Banquet Event Orders (BEO).AssistCatering Sales Team in responding to leads.AssistCatering Sales Team in securing concessions vendors for retail events.Prepare event contracts, sales folders, sales kits and correspondence to clients.Enter and maintain complete and accurate information into booking system.Works with clients and facility staff to determine event needs and opportunities for upselling food and beverages, and other services offered by the facility.Represent the facility to potential facility users; respond to inquiries regardingcateringservices and send out food and beverage materials; assist with the collection of depositsCreate and maintain event files; distribute and reconcile all event folders and respective checklists for the departmentRepresent the department at weekly operational meetings and attend weekly BEO meetings.Update event revenues in computerized event booking and management system on a weekly and monthly as required for forecastingDemonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer serviceWork a flexible schedule, including long nights, early mornings, weekends & holidays as needed.Perform other duties as required1-2 years of previous experience in an administrative support position, preferably in a sales capacity at a hotel, convention center or related meeting preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent GED required.Ability to communicate clearly, accurately and concisely in the English language, both orally and in writing; type at a speed necessary for successful jobAbility to prioritize work and effectively resolve workload issuesStrong computer skills in Windows environment and MS Office applications. Training on industry software will be provided.Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and select holidays as required, in addition to normal business hours if needed.At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens ourpeople, improves ourservice, and raises ourexcellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

Created: 2026-03-07