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The company is a dynamic and customer-centric establishment dedicated to providing exceptional experiences to its clientele through what they term as "unreasonable hospitality." This company operates in the event planning and coordination industry, striving to ensure every customer event is executed with precision and care. They pride themselves on fostering a professional environment that emphasizes teamwork, communication, and a proactive approach toward meeting client needs. This company is recognized for balancing the dynamic nature of event management with a supportive and well-organized backend operation, which allows them to consistently deliver high-quality services that exceed customer expectations. The position available is for an Event Coordinator who plays a crucial role in the seamless operation of the sales department. The Event Coordinator is responsible for managing important behind-the-scenes administrative functions that are vital to the smooth running of the store’s event-related services. Without this role, the company’s mission to provide outstanding hospitality would not be achievable. This role supports the sales process by completing necessary administrative duties, including performing confirmation calls to finalize event details, ensuring all aspects of event planning are coordinated effectively among departments and with clients. Furthermore, the Event Coordinator actively participates in the sales process, specifically handling part of the booking for the company’s valuable social market segment. This means that the Event Coordinator is not just a back-office support contact but also engages directly with potential clients in converting inquiries and requests for proposal into confirmed bookings – a key business development function. This role requires a friendly personality combined with a "You Got It" attitude, indicating a proactive and positive approach in dealing with both clients and internal teams. Effective communication skills are essential, as the Event Coordinator needs to convey clear and concise information between guests, the sales team, operations, and management. They must demonstrate strong organizational skills, verbal communication abilities, and the capacity to analyze basic data to support decision-making processes. Job responsibilities include ensuring all requests from guests are communicated accurately, managing contracts and documentation related to events, conducting site tours when necessary, and maintaining efficient administrative procedures such as following up on invoices, accounts receivable, and payment closures. The Event Coordinator also identifies upselling opportunities to enhance client offerings post-sale and ensures the most up-to-date Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) are available to operations at all times. This is a full-time role with a salary range starting at $11.25 per hour up to $18.50 per hour, reflecting the importance of this position within the company’s operational framework. The employer is an equal opportunity provider and participates in E-Verify where applicable, highlighting their commitment to lawful and fair employment practices. Ultimately, the Event Coordinator is expected to act with ownership and initiative, seeking out ways to improve processes and support team members beyond the outlined duties, contributing to a collaborative and effective work environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in event coordination or administrative support preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficient in English
• Ability to make confirmation calls and follow up with clients
• Basic data analysis skills
• Must be friendly and demonstrate a proactive attitude