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Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first time seeing the mountains, or you already call them home, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.
Join the Grand Teton Lodge Company for a season, or stay for a career at one/many of our 40+ resorts. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free access to Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, Employee housing, free activities, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development program, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.
The Catering & Conference Services Coordinator works with clients and staff to assist in planning and running all group functions at Jackson Lake Lodge (and occasionally offsite), and helps to sell weddings and social events.
Job Specifications:
- Outlets: Jackson Lake Lodge
To learn more about our locations – visit Teton Employee - Our Properties
- Starting Wage: $18.20 / hour
- Skill Level: Entry, Intermediate
The primary responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
Assisting in all aspects of planning and executing group functions
Fielding incoming calls and responding to event inquiries, conducting appropriate follow up
Coordinating, attending, and/or conducting planning meetings and site visits, and working closely with clients and staff to ensure event details are in order
Creating, maintaining and disseminating banquet event orders, group resumes, and other documentation
Serving as primary contact for coordination and execution of all internal meetings, as well as banquet-only events, tour dinners and some small meeting programs
Attending and monitoring functions to ensure they are running as planned, assisting where needed
The right candidate for this role will have the following minimum requirements:
4-year college degree or equivalent additional experience
1-2 years catering, meetings/conventions or F&B experience, preferably in a hotel or conference center
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to speak, read and write English fluently, with strong oral and written communications skills
Basic understanding of hotel, food and beverage and banquet operations
Positive attitude and exceptional guest service skills to support both internal and external customers
Well organized, detail oriented, and able to handle multiple projects and tasks concurrently
Flexible, versatile and a fast learner, able to adapt quickly and maintain calm in a fast paced environment
Comfortable working with internal and external guests, clients, media, partners, and associates at all levels
Must present a well-groomed appearance and professional manner; professional phone and email etiquette
Able to meet the attendance guidelines of the job and adhere to departmental and company policies and procedures; Note: this position regularly requires evening, weekend and holiday hours
Valid driver’s license and a vehicle (or ability to obtain a satisfactory motor vehicle report)
The following skills/experience are helpful but not required:
Food & beverage event planning and coordination and general wine knowledge
Knowledge of Delphi and/or V1
Interpretive knowledge of Grand Teton National Park
What’s In It For You?
- FREE Housing (including linens and all utilities) or Full Hook-Up RV Sites
- FREE National Park Pass to Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park
- FREE Participation in guest activities: Horseback rides, kayak and boat rentals, lake cruises & scenic raft tours, 200 miles of hiking trails and THE greatest perk ever – living in one of the most picturesque National Parks!
- FREE WiFi
- $98/week OR FREE Meal Plan (this depending on hourly or salaried position) Meal Plan covers 3 meals/day in the employee cafeteria
- Recreation Program and complimentary use of Rec Halls and Employee Gym at JLL (w/ Climbing Wall)
Before you apply, visit http://www.TetonEmployee.com for detailed information about housing and other information you will find helpful.
We are committed to environmental stewardship and sustainability through zero waste, energy and water conservation, green dining and retail, volunteerism, and education. Grand Teton Lodge Company offers an amazing place to live and work, as well as staff housing. www.vailresortscareers.com
The expected pay range is $18.20. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID 499815
Reference Date: 01/22/2024
Job Code Function: Catering & Conference
