Careers

Event Coordinator

The Event Coordinator position is responsible for meeting with clients throughout planning process and meeting client's needs. Also, the Event Coordinator is responsible for effectively communicating with employers and onsite client liaison to ensure that the event and related functions are executed to exceed client's expectations. 

Duties:

• Communicate and meet with potential clients to assist with all aspect of events.

• Coordiante details of events including client walkthrough, event scheduling, rehearsals, event setup, crisis managment, event breakdown, and onsite cleaning.

• Maintain well documented, accurate, organized and up-to-date file managment in order to serve clients and employer in the most expedient, organized and knowledgable manner.

• Treat all customers and associated in a friendly, courteous and respectful manner.

• Possess ability to maintain calm in a stressful situation

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  Experience/Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• At least 1 year experience coordinating special events.

• Must be able to work extended hours and a varying work schedule as dictated by the business.

• Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone, with high level of professionalism.

• Excellent customer service ethic and high expectations for quality.

• Excellent project management skills

• Self-motivated and results-oriented with the ability to work independently and manage multiple events

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong problem solving, organizational and time management skills.

• Proficient in basic computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, Gmal and Google Calendar.

• Familiar with Port Orchard area businesses
  
  

Preferred Experience/Qualifications:

• 2+ years working as a wedding/event coordinator

• College degree in hospitality field

Hours/Salary:

• This is a part-time position.

• Pay is hourly and commission based.
  
  To apply, please email your resume with 3 professional references and cover letter to events@yangsgardens.com or yangsweddings@gmail.com.