What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Coordinator position at Main Event?
Company Description
Founded in 1998, Dallas-based Main Event Entertainment is a rapidly growing company with 57 centers across the United States. Main Event is the perfect place for families, young adults, and groups of all ages to have active fun together, serving over 20 million guests annually. In June of 2022, Main Event became a part of the Dave and Buster’s family of brands, with continued expansion in the East, Midwest, and Southern regions.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site Event Coordinator role located in Independence, MO. The Event Coordinator will be responsible for event planning, communication with clients and team members, providing excellent customer service, managing events, driving sales, and promoting Main Event's offerings.
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.
Daily Tasks
- Upholding our cleanliness and safety standards
- 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
- 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
Requirements
- Prior food & beverage or retail experience; sales experience a plus
- Guest focused mindset
- Teamwork is a must
- Relationship building
- 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.
Apply online at https://daveandbusters.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Main_Event_Careers/job/Event-Coordinator_R-1004644?locations=370b0414fba410021349d80090c20000 or email your resume to Megan.Miller@mainevent.com