• Catering Coordinator - Hilton

    Hilton (Chicago, IL)


    Join the Iconic Hilton Chicago\!

     

    Come be part of one of the most iconic and historic properties in downtown Chicago — Hilton Chicago\! Our Catering & Events Department is seeking an enthusiastic Catering Coordinator to join the team and provide support to up to five managers\.

     

    This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands\-on experience in the hotel industry while growing your career in catering and events\. If you’re organized, detail\-oriented, and passionate about hospitality, we’d love to have you on our team\!

     

    What will I be doing?

     

    _The Catering Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Catering Managers in an administrative capacity by coordinating room blocks and administering reservation requirements for the Catering business segment\._

    Specifically, the Catering Coordinator will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

    • Coordinates and administers catering group reservations, convention group affiliates, outside clients, and vendor contacts\.

    • Creates information packets for menus, hotel brochures and other client materials

    • Creates business contracts

    • Prepares official correspondence on behalf of others

    • Maintains internal files in accordance with company’s record retention policy

    • Prepares special reports as requested

    • Collaborates with colleagues from other internal departments and external clients

    • Provides customer service through verbal, written, and visual communication

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    What are we looking for?

     

    • Minimum Years of Experience: one \(1\) year guest contact or customer experience and administrative experience\.

    It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

    • Knowledge of Delphi and OnQ

    • Administrative Assistant Experience or Front Desk Experience

    • Hotel industry experience

     

    Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry\. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success\. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values\. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

     

    + Hospitality \- We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences\.

    + Integrity \- We do the right thing, all the time\.

    + Leadership \- We're leaders in our industry and in our communities\.

    + Teamwork \- We're team players in everything we do\.

    + Ownership \- We're the owners of our actions and decisions\.

    + Now \- We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

    In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

    + Quality

    + Productivity

    + Dependability

    + Customer Focus

    + Adaptability

     

    The Benefits

     

    The estimated hourly rate is $25 per hour and it is based on applicable and specialized experience and location\.

     

    Hilton is proud to have an award\-winning workplace culture ranking\#1 Best Company To Work For in the U\.S\. \(https://stories\.hilton\.com/releases/hilton\-named\-the\-no\-1\-best\-company\-to\-work\-for\-in\-the\-us\)We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits\.Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

     

    + Medical Insurance Coverage – _for you and your family_

    + Best\-in\-Class Paid Time Off \(PTO\)

    + Complimentary Meals in the Team Member Restaurant

    + Complimentary Access to the Hotel Athletic Club

    + Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel

    + Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program, subject to eligibility

    + Parental leave to support new parent

    + 401K plan and company match

    + Employee stock purchase program \(ESPP\) \- purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount

    + Continuing Educationopportunities

    + Career growth and development

    + Recognition and rewards programs

    **Job:** _Catering and Event Services_

    **Title:** _Catering Coordinator \- Hilton Chicago_

    **Location:** _null_

    **Requisition ID:** _HOT0C0A2_

     

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