Catering Coordinator

Location:

New York, 1251 Avenue of the Americas, 37th Floor, New York, NY , USA

Founded in 1920, Akerman is recognized as one of the nation’s premier law firms, with more than 700 lawyers across the United States.

Akerman is seeking a dedicated and experienced Catering Coordinator for our New York office. This is a hands‑on working position responsible for planning menus, designing and setting up catered events both within and outside our office, ordering kitchen supplies, and managing vendor relationships.

• Minimum of four (4) to six (6) years of professional catering and event setup experience
• Superior interpersonal and communication abilities
• Demonstrated capacity for effective prioritization of competing deadlines
• Proven capability to perform efficiently under time‑sensitive conditions
• Ability to collaborate effectively with firm leadership
• Willingness to accept guidance and constructive input
• Willingness and capacity to work extended hours and remain on‑call as operational needs dictate
• Experience in a law firm environment preferred

• Plan and coordinate a variety of catering events for office meetings, client functions, and special occasions
• Create and/or purchase decorations for events
• Obtain vendor quotes from outside caterers and manage relationships with service providers
• Coordinating/planning event menus that accommodate various dietary restrictions and preferences
• Order and maintain kitchen supplies
• Submit vendor bills for payment in a timely manner
• Ensure all catered events are executed smoothly and professionally
• Respond promptly to last‑minute event requests

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package.

Job Type: Salary

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000 (Actual salary is based on experience and job qualifications.)

Bonus:
Discretionary holiday bonus

Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401k Profit Sharing Plan, and Transportation Program

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. EOE

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