Position Summary
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Event Planner. Our Event Planner will help ensure a seamless and quality guest experience at The Culinary Vegetable Institute (CVI) and will be responsible for coordinating and executing a variety of events with world-renowned chefs, corporate meetings, weddings, parties, and other special occasions. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, strong communication abilities, experience writing contracts, and a passion for creating memorable experiences for our clients.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Meet with clients to discuss event details, budget, and expectations
• Coordinate all aspects of event planning, including venue selection, menu preferences, décor, entertainment, server staffing and logistics
• Create and maintain event timelines and schedules
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts
• Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown
• Coordinates ongoing CVI calendar with Farm events, guest stays, and tours
• Ensure client satisfaction and address any issues or concerns that may arise during events
• Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless event operations
• Any other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Hospitality Management, event planning, or related field
• Proven experience in event planning, preferably in a fine dining or similar setting
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
• Proficiency in Google programs
• Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Chef's Garden Inc.
The Chef’s Garden has been delivering specialty products with optimum shelf life, quality, flavor and nutrition direct from the farm to the world's most discriminating chefs for over 30 years. Under the guidance of Lee Jones, and Bob Jones, Jr. - who follow in the footsteps of their father, Bob Jones, Sr., - The Chef's Garden employs traditional regenerative farming methods combined with innovative technology to stay on the leading edge of the produce business.
Company Website: www.chefs-garden.com
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