Event coordinator

We are looking for an experienced Event coordinator to organize excellent events. You will be responsible for every aspect of an event, from managing servers, busboys, bartenders, and the kitchen. An event coordinator must be well-organized. This person needs to think ahead to what might go wrong and think of every possible thing needed for each event, from napkins at the bar, to double counting seats for 500 person weddings. Communication skills and attention to detail will set apart the best among the candidates. Add a shot of enthusiasm and passion for the job and you’ll be our ideal candidate. The goal is to organize unforgettable events that leave our customers happy and wanting to come back to us for every big event in their lives.

*willing to train the right candidate

Responsibilities

• Understand requirements for each event
• Plan event with attention to financial and time constraints
• Supervise Staff and kitchen
• Manage all event operations (preparing the week of, scheduling staff etc.)
• Oversee event happenings and act quickly to resolve problems
• Evaluate event’s success and submit reports
• Data entry
• Interviewing new employees

Skills

• Proven experience as event coordinator
• A proven track record of organizing successful events
• Proficient in MS Office
• Excellent vendor management skills
• Knowledge of basic recruitment practices
• Outstanding communication and negotiation ability
• Well-organized with multi-tasking skills
• Able to handle stress and remain calm
• Problem-solving ability
• Must be able to work with all personality types (both employees & customers)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Internship

Salary: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

 

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

 

Experience:

 

• Events management: 1 year (Preferred)
• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

 

Work Location: In person