Catering and Events Coordinator - Hotel del Coronado, A Curio Collection by Hilton

The iconic Hotel del Coronado is a legendary beach resort located on Coronado Island, just minutes from Downtown San Diego. Recognized as one of the last surviving wooden Victorian beach resorts in the world, this historic establishment was originally built in 1888 and has since undergone an extensive $400 million renovation and expansion. The resort now boasts over 750 rooms, cottages, and villas, along with 65,000 square feet of banquet space and ten diverse food and beverage outlets, including four restaurants, two bars, a food truck, a marketplace, an ice cream shop, and in-room dining options. This blend of Victorian charm and modern luxury makes the Hotel del Coronado a sought-after destination for travelers and event organizers alike. The hotel is currently seeking a Catering and Events Coordinator to join their dynamic team on a full-time basis, with shifts varying including weekdays, weekends, and holidays. The pay rate for this role ranges from $24.00 to $26.00 per hour, dependent on experience and location. This role plays a critical part in the overall event and catering departments, providing essential administrative support and ensuring smooth coordination of events. Reporting directly to the Director of Events and also supporting the Director of Social Catering Sales, the Coordinator will be responsible for tasks that contribute to the flawless execution of events and meetings at the resort. The Catering and Events Coordinator’s responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks geared toward operational excellence. Some of the key functions include creating and updating Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), diagrams, and resumes, ensuring timely internal distribution and upkeep of these critical documents as well as reader board postings. Participation in pre-conference and post-conference meetings, including note-taking, is essential to ensure all logistical details are accurately captured. The Coordinator will manage VIP needs, including coordination of amenities, underscoring the importance of client satisfaction. Proficiency in utilizing internal systems such as Delphi, HotSOS, OnQ PM, and Birchstreet, alongside Microsoft Office programs, is required for effective communication and task management. The role also entails office management duties, including ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, and organizing the workspace. An understanding of meeting space logistics, venue features, restrictions, and curfews is crucial, as is maintaining general knowledge of banquet menus, dietary restrictions and recommendations, and ADA regulations. The Coordinator will be actively involved in working with the team on property tours to promote client satisfaction and assist in organizing and executing pre-planning visits and site inspections. Supporting Catering Managers by generating contracts and directly engaging with clients as required further highlights the role’s client-facing aspect. This position is ideal for individuals with at least one year of hotel experience in events or catering, who are detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences within a prestigious, historic setting. Hilton, the parent company, has been a leader in the hospitality industry since 1919, committed to quality, innovation, and success. Their vision to "fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" is embodied by the Hotel del Coronado team in making every guest experience remarkable. Opportunities for personal and professional growth are plentiful, supported by a company culture founded on core values such as hospitality, integrity, leadership, teamwork, ownership, and a sense of urgency. These values guide the team in exceeding expectations in all aspects of their work, providing a fulfilling and rewarding work environment.

• minimum one year hotel experience in events or catering
• proficiency with internal event management systems such as Delphi, HotSOS, OnQ PM, Birchstreet
• strong organizational and communication skills
• ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• knowledge of banquet event orders and event documentation
• understanding of meeting space logistics and ADA regulations
• experience with office management tasks
• customer service orientation
• ability to work flexible shifts including weekdays, weekends and holidays