Center for Strategic and International Studies

Nonprofit think tank for global policy research

Banquet Coordinator - Conferencing Office

Dining, Bar & Counter ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeWashington, DC, USA$25.48 - $27

About the Job

Requirements

At least two years of previous waiter, waitress, or banquet coordinator experience is required.
Fluency in English and Spanish, verbally and nonverbally, is preferred.
Ability to follow instructions and exercise sound judgment.
Customer service and communication skills.
Ability to adapt positively to a constantly changing environment.
Ability to work in a team environment.
A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with conference room reconfigurations and provide food and drink services at conferences, dinners, and special events.
Interact with guests and CSIS staff in a positive, friendly, and efficient manner.
Respond to general inquiries regarding all aspects of events at CSIS.
Provide support to the Director of Conferencing and Building Operations and the Deputy Director of Conferencing.
Accept, prepare, and arrange food orders from outside catering companies.
Maintain running inventory for kitchen supplies.
Keep beverages refreshed during meetings.
Set up rooms with stages, chairs, translation booths, and tables for events and meetings.
Complete cleaning tasks and breakdown service after events.
Accept and return conference equipment and ensure it is properly stowed away at the end of the business day.
Assist with special tasks, presentations, projects, and reports.
Perform other conferencing duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent.
Fluency in English and Spanish, verbally and nonverbally.

JOB SUMMARY

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 275 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.

The Banquet Coordinator is expected to assist with conference room reconfigurations and provide food and drink services at conferences, dinners and special events at CSIS. This position is expected to interact with guests and CSIS staff in a positive, friendly and efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Flexible and fully on-site schedule required
Responds to general inquiries regarding all aspects of events at CSIS
Provides support to the Director of Conferencing & Building Operations, and Deputy Director of Conferencing
Responsible for accepting, preparing and arranging food orders from outside catering companies

Maintains running inventory for kitchen supplies
Keeps beverages refreshed during meetings
Set up rooms (stages, chairs, translation booths, tables) for events and meetings
Completes cleaning tasks and breakdown service after events
Accepts and returns conference equipment and ensures it is properly stowed away at the end of the business day
Assists with any special tasks, presentations, projects, and reports
Performs a variety of other conferencing duties as assigned
40hrs per week in person at the CSIS headquarters in Washington, DC.

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
At least two years of previous waitress, waiter or banquet coordinator experience required
Fluency in English and Spanish both verbal and nonverbal preferred
Ability to follow instructions and exercise sound judgement
Excellent customer service and communication skills
Must be able to positively adapt to a constantly changing environment
Ability to work in a team environment

Salary Range

$25.48—$27 USD

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary Range 25.48 - 27 USD

About the Company

Center for Strategic and International Studies

Nonprofit think tank for global policy research

CSIS is a bipartisan nonprofit research organization that studies foreign policy and national security for policymakers, journalists and the public. Its scholars examine defense, global development and the links between economics, technology and international affairs, using original data and open-source analysis. Research reaches audiences through publications, public events and multimedia, while its executive education programs teach policy and leadership skills to professionals and students. Individuals, foundations, corporations and government agencies support its work through donations and project funding. Founded in 1962, CSIS is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Washington, DC
Founded: 1962

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