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Event Manager EVENT PLANNER Caterer of Geneva Start date: July 1 (or to be agreed upon) Annualized position The Caterer of Geneva is a socially engaged company that offers catering services for private, institutional, and solidarity events. The Event Manager contributes to the development and quality of this activity, in line with the social and human values, particularly within its socio-professional integration framework. The revenues generated by this service contribute to the financing of activities. Main mission The Event Manager is responsible for the comprehensive management of catering events, from client request to execution. He/she ensures the communication between clients, kitchen, service teams, and partners, while guaranteeing the quality of the service and customer satisfaction. He/she works within the catering/refreshment pole, in close collaboration with the person in charge. Main responsibilities Commercial and client management • Respond to incoming requests (quotes, proposals, advice) • Identify client needs and propose suitable solutions • Develop commercial offers and ensure follow-up before, during, and after the event • Conduct client visits before and after events • Foster client loyalty and develop the portfolio • Plan events (logistics, timing, human resources) • Coordinate internal teams (kitchen, service) and external partners (DJ, florists, etc.) • Ensure the proper running of events on-site in connection with the catering event manager Management • Oversee events on the day • Anticipate and manage unforeseen events • Guarantee the quality of service and adherence to standards Monitoring and Financial • Monitor budgets and event profitability • Prepare invoices and ensure follow-up Participate in internal processes Activity development • Propose areas for improvement and participate in promoting the catering service • Contribute to development strategies Profile and experience • Background in event management or equivalent • Proven experience (minimum 3-5 years) in a similar position Skills • Excellent communication and multitasking skills • Customer service orientation and ease of communication • Ability to manage stress and priorities • Good mastery of tools (Excel, management tools) • Knowledge of hygiene standards (HACCP) • Proficiency in English Personal qualities • Autonomy and sense of responsibility • Team spirit and leadership • Flexibility • Adherence to social values Why join the Caterer of Geneva? • Work in a unique setting in Geneva • Contribute to a project with social impact • Participate in diverse and stimulating events • Evolve within a committed team Conditions • Equivalent to class 15 • 6 weeks of vacation • Subject to the collective labor agreement Please send your complete application (CV + cover letter) to: buvette until April 13. jide719d59aen jit0414aen jpiy26aen