Celebrations Catering

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Celebrations Catering is a local Gainesville-based comprehensive event business that specializes in weddings and corporate events. Our team of knowledgeable, professional staff is here to make your event stress-free from start to finish. Our talented event planners and support staff can guide you in planning any type of event, large or small. We have the experience and the relationships to plan yo

ur event in the most memorable way you can imagine. We invite you to experience an event produced by Celebrations! Join the many brides, businesses and organizations that have become a part of our event planning success.

Here in the South, we take Deviled Eggs very seriously.
04/14/2022

Here in the South, we take Deviled Eggs very seriously.

Simple touches to an already gorgeous backdrop. Who recognizes this room on UF campus? What is the nickname of this room...
04/14/2022

Simple touches to an already gorgeous backdrop. Who recognizes this room on UF campus? What is the nickname of this room?!

Looking to make some extra MONEY?! 🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑💲💲💲💲💲We are very busy and looking to add Event Servers, Event Bartenders & Full ...
04/13/2022

Looking to make some extra MONEY?! 🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑💲💲💲💲💲

We are very busy and looking to add Event Servers, Event Bartenders & Full Time Cooks to our team!

Super flexible scheduling for the event team- you pick the shifts you want to work! Work around another job or school schedule! Email us today: [email protected]

03/16/2022

Celebrations Catering is growing and looking to add to our wonderful team!

The ideal candidate has a strong passion for catering events and a keen eye for detail and organization. You will assist the Executive Chef in providing exceptional food quality and presentation for catered events of varying sizes.

Responsibilities

-Oversee and assist the kitchen staff in all aspects of food production
-Evaluate food products to ensure consistent quality standards
-Establish and maintain a regular maintenance schedule for all kitchen areas and equipment
-Provide training and professional development opportunities for all kitchen staff
-Placing vendor orders for weekly product deliveries.
-Adapting to varying menus as every event is different.
-Assist the Executive Chef in organizing the prep for the weekly events.
-Preparing food for catered menus in small and large scale.

Qualifications

-2+ years' of catering kitchen experience
-Excellent communication skills
-Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
-Flexible availability
-Clean driving record to drive company vehicles

03/16/2022

At Celebrations Catering, we strive to meticulously plan and execute detailed events. An experienced event planner assists in maintaining our reputation for memorable events by managing the event from concept through completion and following up with clients. This role requires excellent leadership skills, organizational skills and the ability to properly delegate tasks to efficiently execute unique events.

Objectives of this Role

• Manage all aspects of event planning while meeting strict deadline and budget demands.
• Build and develop relationships with vendors, venues and other industry contacts to curate and implement creative and logistical aspects of all events.
• Stay current, and often ahead of the curve, on event planning, design and trends.
• Establish standard procedures and train staff to execute following standards.
• Comply with legal, insurance, health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities of this Role

• Coordinate with internal staff, clients, vendors and other industry contacts to establish needs for events and serve as liaison between client and vendors/venues etc.
• Research resources, make site visits, host consultations and lead pre-event meetings when necessary to help plan and execute a client’s vision while meeting the client and the company’s budgets.
• Plan and facilitate logistics for all events, including but not limited to contract negotiations, venue preparation, equipment, décor, staffing and scheduling.
• Expand marketing by creating social media posts and producing material for social media posts.
• Work with company warehouse to ensure availability of inventory for event needs, including linens, décor, glassware, china, disposables, equipment and décor.
• Oversee client experience from conception through post-event, managing on-site preparations, production, and event breakdown while ensuring meeting our company’s consistent, high-level service throughout all phases.
• Maintain and build a comprehensive database of industry contacts, vendors and venues.
• Troubleshoot and handle any issues that arise on the event day.

Skills and Qualifications of this Role

• Proven success as an event planner and/or coordinator.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, via on the phone, email or in-person.
• Exceptional organizational skills, multitasking, time management and meticulous attention to detail.
• Adept in handling pressure and solving problems as they arise while maintaining composure.
• Ability to remain on feet for entire event time, lift upwards of 50 pounds or other physical demands without reasonable accommodations.
• Ability to work a changing schedule as events demand including but not limited to, early morning, late evenings, weekends and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Certification in Hospitality Management, Event Management or related discipline.
• Proven work history in comparable field.
• Experience in marketing and/or public relations a plus.
• Proficient with event management systems and tools used to book and plan the company’s events.
• Flexibility to travel for events, on-site meetings and client consultations.

**Hourly Position with Sales based Commission Structure

Beautiful meal of delicious appetizers at the Harrell Medical Education Building last night 🥂
03/16/2022

Beautiful meal of delicious appetizers at the Harrell Medical Education Building last night 🥂

Feeling snacky? Book your next event with us and ask about our gorgeous Charcuterie Board displays!
03/09/2022

Feeling snacky? Book your next event with us and ask about our gorgeous Charcuterie Board displays!

We are looking to add to our wonderful team!Please email us your resume to schedule an interview!
03/02/2022

We are looking to add to our wonderful team!
Please email us your resume to schedule an interview!

Early morning functions in the 🧡💙
02/26/2022

Early morning functions in the 🧡💙

Events little or large, we ❤️ being a part of your special day! Today we hosted an intimate dinner celebrating a 90th bi...
02/12/2022

Events little or large, we ❤️ being a part of your special day! Today we hosted an intimate dinner celebrating a 90th birthday!

Address

317 NE 35th Avenue
Gainesville, FL
32609

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

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+13523770787

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25 Years of Catering!

Celebrations Catering is a local Gainesville-based comprehensive event planning business that specializes in weddings and corporate events. Our team of knowledgeable, professional staff is here to make your event stress-free from start to finish. Our talented event planners can guide you in planning any type of event, large or small. We have the experience and the relationships to plan your event in the most memorable way you can imagine. We invite you to experience an event produced by Celebrations! Join the many brides, businesses and organizations that have become a part of our event planning success.

Until further notice, celebrate everything!