Event Planner

Kforce has a clilent in Chicago, IL that is seeking an Event Planner.

Responsibilities:

* Manage the Client Center reservation books, including reporting and metrics

* Oversee Client Center's daily meetings and events

* Implement, develop, and follow Client Center protocols and procedures (meet and greet, security protocols, catering set-up, client management)

* Liaise with catering partners and any applicable back-of-house staff

* Survey client experience and propose solutions based on feedback as needed

* Understand food preparation and health and safety rules, regulations, and best practices

* Administrative tasks such as, but not limited to, invoice processing, scheduling maintenance calls with vendors and order kitchen, event and office supplies, among others

* Flexibility to occasionally work early mornings or late evenings as needed
* Bachelor's degree preferred

* 2-3 years of hospitality and/or administrative experience; event planning,
catering, membership club, or hotel experience preferred
Excellent time management and written/ verbal communication skills

* Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Word

* Ability to work flexible hours and meet deadlines