Private Events Coordinator - Goode Company Seafood - Katy Freeway
Company Description
WHO WE ARE: A family. A restaurant. A good time. A lifestyle. We’re Goode Company, curators of Texas culture and cuisine harbored in the heart of Houston. With thirty-seven years of restaurant and catering experience under our belt (and a whole lot of BBQ), we take the people we work with as seriously as the food we serve because we believe you need the best of both to fully honor the rich cooking traditions of Texas. We love what we do and the people we share it with, on both sides of the plate.
Job Description
WHO YOU ARE: Friendly. Creative. Eagle-eyed. Hungry. You make things happen, and you make ’em count. You’re not afraid to get your hands dirty, but your standards are spotless, because where and how you work reflects who you are and what you believe in. You get the big picture, realizing it’s always rooted in serving up an authentic Texas experience, one plate at a time.
WHERE WE MEET: You take joy in what you do, and we take pride in finding folks like you. Because when you’re in it for the long haul, no shortcut’s worth taking - especially when it comes to our preparation, our ingredients, and most importantly, our people. Interested? Us too. Let’s chat.
• Field a majority of the private dining calls from guests on the phone as well as those that visit the restaurant in person to discuss booking a private room
• Consistently communicate with the Management Team all correspondence via email from potential private dining inquiries to final details for those guests that book an event using our Private Dining Guide procedures
• Act as a liaison or concierge in order to assist guests during the booking process and after they book by helping to coordinate any needs or requests by the host for his/her private party requirements
• Facilitate all Private Event sheets weekly for both the front service staff as well as for the kitchen staff, making sure all menu details(special order items), any special requests (audio/visual) and floor layouts are noted
• Communicate with GM and Management team any special requests made by guests and follow through on the execution of such special requests
• As needed during larger parties or busier season, work these events in a Shift Lead role and facilitate all points of the event(s) from set-up to tear-down
• Follow up with all guests either via phone or email to insure expectations were exceeded and the quality food and service delivered meets our standard
• Coordinate with Management the staffing needs for private events and communicate any issues regarding staffing
Qualifications
• Must have previous server experience and have the ability to work server shifts, as needed.
• Must have computer and email skills.
• Clear and fluent English.
Oh yeah, don't forget the "extras" - we have those too. We offer great benefits! We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Additional Information
Goode Company Restaurants is an equal opportunity employer, so if you’ve got the qualifications, desire to work hard, and help our business grow – we want you!
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.