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Event Coordinator (Event Sales)
- Workplace
- On-site
- Commitment
- Full-time
- Salary
- $14-20/hr
- Posted
Location
Taylor, United States
The Event Coordinator is responsible for helping guests plan and book memorable birthday, group and corporate events, creating tailored experiences based on their needs. The role involves selling, scheduling and coordinating events, inputting sales and guest data into internal systems, and prospecting and cold calling to build repeat business. The coordinator partners with the Sales Manager to meet event sales targets and quarterly plans, supports local store marketing to drive walk-in and event sales, and joins weekly sales meetings to share ideas. Daily duties also include opening, mid-day or closing office tasks while upholding cleanliness and safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Understanding all aspects of our event packages and add-ons
- Selling, scheduling, and coordinating corporate, group, and birthday events (let the FUN begin!)
- Utilizing systems and programs to input sales revenue, guest information, and create follow-up tasks related to the business
- Partnering with the Sales Manager to exceed budgeted birthday, group, and event sales targets and achieve quarterly sales plans
- Prospecting and cold calling to develop ongoing relationships for new and repeat business
- Supporting local store marketing initiatives to drive walk-in and event sales
- Attending and engaging in weekly sales meetings to share strategic ideas that support the business
- Performing opening, mid-day, or closing office duties; including upholding our cleanliness and safety standards
Requirements
- Prior sales experience; food & beverage or retail experience is a plus
- Guest-focused mindset (We heart our Guests!)
- Teamwork is a must (Teamwork makes the dream work!)
- Relationship-building (very important!)
- Proficient in software such as Excel, Microsoft Office and CRM
- Can effectively communicate with Management, Team Members, and Guests
- Availability to workdays, nights, and/or weekends and holidays
Benefits
- Awesome culture that’s inclusive, rewarding, and FUN!
- 50% off food, beverages, activities, and unlimited gameplay!
- Tuition Reimbursement Program (yes, please!)
- We help others grow! (internal promote culture)
- Be part of a New Center Opening Team!
- Our rewards and recognition program rock!
- Benefits and paid time off (for those who qualify)
- Our Family Fund helps our Team Members financially in their time of need
- Become a Certified Trainer (aka, the best of the best!)