McCormick & Schmick's - Private Dining Coordinator

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks in Columbus, OH is seeking a Private Dining Coordinator for an exciting career opportunity!

McCormick & Schmick's is part of Landry's, Inc., one of America's largest dining, entertainment, gaming and hospitality companies.   Landry's has over 480 properties, including more than 40 unique brands such as, Landry's Seafood, The Crab House, Rainforest Cafe, Cadillac Bar and Grill, Willie G's Steak and Seafood, The Aquarium, Muer Seafood Restaurants (Charley's Crab/Big Fish), Chart House, The Oceanaire Seafood Room, Morton's The Steakhouse, Saltgrass Steak House, Bubba Gump Shrimp Company and Claim Jumper.  We hire experienced, motivated individuals, and train them in our systems, style and culture to prepare them for continued growth and leadership opportunities.

Company benefits include, but are not limited to:

Great health and dental, 401-K with discretionary match, paid vacation, 50% dining program, discount retail program and more.   Relocation assistance available.

* 2 years of prior sales/catering experience required

* Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondences, and memos.

* Ability to write business correspondences and set up contracts and function sheets.
* Ability to professionally present promotional materials to prospective customers, and to effectively communicate and coordinate with catering, kitchen staff, and outside vendors.
* Ability to calculate figures and amounts for customer catering contracts.
* Ability to communicate with guests and employees using a positive and clear speaking voice, listen to and understand request, respond with appropriate actions and provide accurate information.
* Posses a strong passion and knowledge of restaurant and catering operations including food, beverage, wine and spirits, service techniques and guest interaction.
* Ability to sit, walk, stand and/or bend continuously to perform essential job functions.
* Ability to multi-task
* Have a strong communication and computer abilities.
* Proven strong problem solving abilities.