Your Role
Gensler Los Angeles is seeking an experienced Catering & Events Coordinator. You will supervise daily catering and event operations in the and serve as the primary liaison with internal and external groups to facilitate a variety of special events and executive client meetings. This is a full-time in-office position ... What You Will Do
• Coordinate and successfully organize internal and external events - includes food & beverage, AV/IT needs, and any other event related logistics
• Place catering & beverage orders as requested
• Partner with internal and external clients to assess needs while managing event and activity projects
• Build strong relationships with business partners including caterers, restaurants, and building management
• Manage and track event/catering budgets and invoices
• Collaborate with other teams and functional areas to successfully manage meetings both on-site and off-site as needed
• Oversee the dismantling and removal of the event and clear the venue efficiently
• Managing and overseeing events on the day, including problem-solving, welcoming guests, directing event set-up, communicating with staff, and organizing vendors
Your Qualifications
• Minimum of 3 years of catering/event planning experience (corporate environment a plus)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Sense of urgency and ability to multi-task while prioritizing effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Superior organization and attention to detail
• Ability to consistently provide a high level of customer service
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate within a team environment
• Proactive planning, critical thinking and problem solving
• Ability to multi-task in a high paced environment
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions and hackathons, to "Well-being Week," our offices reflect our teams' diverse interests.
We encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership and twice annual bonus opportunities.
As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
The hourly range will be estimated between $25 and $28 and contingent on relevant experience
