Catering Coordinator

The Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza is excited to hire a Catering Coordinator. The Hotel Catering Coordinator manages the administrative, planning, and operational details for banquets, weddings, corporate meetings, and private events.

Compensation:

$20 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Client Communication: Answer inquiries, conduct property site tours, handle walk-ins, and act as a primary point of contact from initial booking through event execution.
• Event Documentation: Prepare and distribute Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), group resumes, room diagrams, door signage, and daily reader boards to internal teams.
• Menu & Detail Planning: Assist clients with custom food and beverage menus, coordinate equipment rentals, and track dietary or allergy requirements.
• Administrative & Financial Tasks: Process contracts, deposits, and gift certificates, manage office and collateral inventories, review event bills, and handle final invoicing.
• Cross-Department Coordination: Liaise with the culinary team, banquet staff, housekeeping, and sales managers to ensure smooth execution.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma required; a degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or Marketing is often preferred.
• Experience: 1 to 3 years of general catering, food service, or administrative office experience in a hotel or event setting.
• Software Proficiency: Familiarity with property management and catering systems.
• Key Soft Skills: Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities, clear written and verbal communication, and composure under pressure.
• Schedule Flexibility: Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays depending on hotel event schedules.

About Company

A downtown Cincinnati icon since 1931, the Netherland Plaza's authentic French Art Deco architecture and design are recognized as a National Historic Landmark. We offer three unique ballrooms and a host of adjoining, bespoke spaces to meet a variety of event needs.

We are located in the heart of the city center, just steps from theaters, museums, blue-chip corporate headquarters, and stadiums. In addition, our restaurant and lounge offer an amazing ambiance to enjoy a crafted cocktail, a small bite, or a lavish meal.