Square Cafe Is Seeking A Full-Time Experienced Catering & Event Manager (East Liberty, Pittsburgh, PA )

Be part of a great team and have fun working in a well-established cafe

Square Cafe in Pittsburgh, PA seeks a full-time experienced Catering & Event Manager.

Square Cafe is a colorful mod breakfast/lunch stop in the East Liberty neighborhood serving a local, seasonal American menu with vegetarian choices. We are dedicated to local talent as well as to the community, and we partner with many local nonprofits on fundraisers, special events, and promotions. Our cafe also serves as a gallery showcasing local artists. In addition, we provide catering services for parties big or small, so think of us for your next special event!

The #1 thing we want this role to initially accomplish is to be present for events, communicate with customers, and assist with marketing.

The ideal candidate has a guest-first mentality and a love for hospitality. You show initiative and leadership while at the same time being a great team player and leading by example.

Company culture:

• Engaging
• Innovative
• Nurturing
• Fun
• Progressive

Position:

• Catering & Event Manager

Compensation:

• $20-24 hourly + commission
• $600-1000 average weekly take-home range
• Paid Weekly
• Medical
• 401K
• Paid time off
• Paid sick days
• Bonus Pay

Other incentives:

• Mobile phone reimbursement
• Employee referral program
• Company dining perks
• Other discounts
• Easily accessible by public transportation
• Free Parking

Schedule requirements:

• 30-45 hours weekly
• Mostly days and some evenings
• Full Availability
• Holidays

Language requirements:

• English

Experience required:

• 2+ years of previous event management experience in a high-volume cafe or casual restaurant
• 2+ years of previous food & beverage experience in a high-volume cafe or casual restaurant
• P & L management (maintaining food costs, maximizing profitability)
• Staff training and motivation
• Food and Beverage safety knowledge (Serve Safe certification)
• Managing events
• Staff scheduling (monitor daily to ensure appropriate staffing levels to maintain customer service levels)
• Managing 5-10 people

Qualities desired:

• Excellent communicator (able to clearly and effectively give and receive feedback well)
• Enjoys working in the hospitality industry
• Friendly
• Respectful of guests and fellow employees
• Displays grace under pressure
• Great customer service skills
• Skilled at selling
• Can turn a no into a yes
• Thrives well on a motivated team
• Thrives well leading a team
• Challenging task-oriented
• Time management skills
• Reliable
• Stable work history

How to apply:

• Please submit your resume for consideration
• Please include your full name and current contact info
• Please submit 3 industry-related references and their email addresses from previous supervisors
• Verification of employment eligibility is required
• Must have transportation to and from work (public or private)

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