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Event Coordinator

Main Event (D&B)

Independence, MOFull-time$15.5–19.25/hrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$15.5–19.25/hr
Location
Independence, MO
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Main Event (D&B) is hiring an Event Coordinator. Event Coordinators at Main Event partner with guests to design and execute memorable birthday and event experiences, ensuring safety, sanitation, and a fun atmosphere while managing sales, scheduling, and guest interactions.

Key focus areas include Uphold cleanliness and safety standards, Welcome and engage guests as an ambassador of fun, and Understand event packages and add‑ons.

Successful candidates bring Prior Food & Beverage Experience, Prior Retail Experience, and Availability To Work Days, Nights And/Or Weekends And Holidays. Important skills include Excel, Microsoft Office, CRM, Communication, Guest Focused Mindset, and Collaboration. Preferred (not required): Sales.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

ExcelMicrosoft OfficeCRMCommunicationGuest Focused MindsetCollaborationRelationship BuildingSalesSafety StandardsSanitationSellingSchedulingCoordinating EventsProspectingCold CallingMarketing InitiativesOpening DutiesMid-Day DutiesClosing Duties

Qualifications

Prior Food & Beverage or Retail ExperienceSales ExperienceAvailability to Work Days Nights Weekends and Holidays

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Description:

At Main Event, our Event Coordinators help our Guest’s plan memorable birthday and event experiences, by creating a vision of FUN! As an Event Coordinator, you will partner with our Guests to create a tailored and memorable experience based on their needs. You’re also dedicated to delivering the highest standards in safety and sanitation.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING DAILY?

  • Upholding our cleanliness and safety standards (We take this seriously!)
  • Welcoming and engaging with all Guests, all while being an ambassador of FUN
  • 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 duties

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Prior food & beverage or retail experience; sales experience 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 work days, nights and/or weekends and holidays

PERKS AND BENEFITS

Main Event Team Members are expected to give their best on the job - so we do our part in making sure we give you what you need to stay motivated, valued and embrace living your best life!

  • Awesome culture that’s inclusive, rewarding and FUN!
  • 50% off food, beverages, activities and unlimited game play!
  • 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!)

Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proud to be an E-Verify Employer where required by law.

Salary Range:

15.5 -

19.25

We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E-Verify in states where required.

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