Salt River Project

Events and Catering Manager

LocationTempe, AZ
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Requisition ID: 18744

Join us in building a better future for Arizona!

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.


Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.


Benefits

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Short and long-term disability plans
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking


Summary

The Event and Catering Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of event planning, catering operations, and client relations. This role involves strategic planning, team leadership, budget management, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality events and catering services that meet client expectations.


What You'll Do

Supervise and mentor a team of event strategists and catering staff.
Lead the strategic planning and execution of various events, including corporate meetings, conferences, weddings, galas, and social gatherings.
Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, and continuous improvement.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, suppliers, and industry partners to enhance business opportunities and client satisfaction.
Oversee all aspects of catering services for events, ensuring food and beverage operations run smooth.
Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
Manage inventory, procurement, and vendor relationships to maintain quality and cost-effectiveness.
Develop and manage budgets for events and catering operations, ensuring profitability and cost control.


What It Takes To Succeed

Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
At least 4 years in a supervisory role.
Excellent project management, and problem-solving abilities.
Must be capable of using discretion and making independent judgements when handling important and significant matters.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients, vendors, and colleagues.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Able to think strategically and creatively, with a willingness to “roll up your sleeves” to ensure flawless execution of events.
Able to prioritize work, meet deadlines, achieve goals, and work under pressure in a dynamic and complex environment.
Flexible schedule, including availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by event schedules. The ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift, carry, and move up to 40 lbs.


Experience

A minimum of eight years of related experience is required (if no degree, 12 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling 12 years).


Education

A bachelor’s degree related to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.


Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.


Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.


Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.


Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.

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