Birthday Parties & Events Coordinator

Chelsea Piers Connecticut; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Chelsea Piers membership

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Free access to LinkedIn Learning

Complimentary subscription to the Calm meditation app

Job summary

Chelsea Piers Connecticut seeks a Birthday Party & Events Coordinator to drive birthday party sales and ensure seamless guest experiences. This role involves selling and coordinating events, managing operations, and providing exceptional customer service from inquiry to execution.

The ideal candidate is organized, energetic, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include managing event logistics, staff coordination, and relationship-building with clients. Comprehensive benefits and a complimentary Chelsea Piers membership are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Energetic and proactive with a strong work ethic.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Sell and coordinate birthday parties via phone, email, and in person.
• Provide outstanding customer service throughout the event planning process.
• Manage day-of event operations, including room setup and cleanliness.

Skills

Customer service

Sales

Event coordination

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Location: CPCT - Stamford, CT 06902

Salary: $45,000 per year

Employment type: Full-Time; Exempt

Schedule: Sunday – Thursday, 9:00am – 6:00pm (Schedule may vary based on business needs)

Flexible schedule with the ability to work one weekend day per week, and evenings as needed.

About Chelsea Piers

Chelsea Piers is Connecticut’s premier sports, fitness, and events complex, offering a one‑of‑a‑kind destination for sports, wellness, and family fun. Located in Stamford and modeled after the flagship New York City location, our 500,000 square‑foot facility features world‑class sports and fitness amenities, including tennis courts, ice rinks, turf fields, swimming pools, gymnastics, Ninja + Parkour programs, and a state‑of‑the‑art fitness club with over 100 group fitness classes each week.

Beyond sports and fitness, Chelsea Piers is home to camps, birthday parties, field trips, leagues, special events, and community programming year‑round. We look for energetic, hospitality‑driven team members who are excited to create exceptional experiences for our members and guests.

About the Opportunity

Chelsea Piers Connecticut is home to premier youth birthday parties, hosting more than 1,000 celebrations each year. For many families, a birthday party is their first experience with Chelsea Piers Connecticut, making this role an important ambassador for our brand and guest experience. The Birthday Party & Events Coordinator will play a key role in driving birthday party sales and ensuring a seamless guest experience from initial inquiry through event execution. This position is ideal for an organized, energetic, and customer‑focused individual with strong communication, sales, and event coordination skills who thrives in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Sell and coordinate birthday parties via phone, email, and in person
• Provide outstanding customer service throughout the booking, planning, and event execution process
• Manage day‑of event operations, including room setup, cleanliness, staffing coordination, guest arrival, and overall event flow
• Build and maintain strong relationships with party guests, families, and clients to enhance the Chelsea Piers experience and encourage repeat business
• Support administrative and operational needs related to birthday parties with direction from the Parties Manager
• Maintain and distribute weekly party and event schedules to department leaders and staff
• Coordinate catering requests and communicate directly with food vendors and hospitality partners
• Confirm event details, guest counts, timelines, and customer preferences prior to each event
• Enter and maintain accurate customer and event information within internal database systems
• Assist with customer inquiries, data entry, and front‑facing guest service responsibilities
• Monitor and manage inventory for party supplies, decorations, and event favors
• Coordinate staffing needs and scheduling for birthday parties
• Process party and event transactions accurately and efficiently
• Assist with event setup, execution, and breakdown as needed
• Help create a fun, welcoming, safe, and memorable experience for all guests and families
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned by leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Strong customer service, sales, and relationship‑building skills
• Energetic, proactive, and team‑oriented with a strong work ethic
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Professional, polished, and courteous demeanor at all times
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, guest‑facing environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Prior experience in sales, hospitality, customer service, events, or recreation is a plus

Benefits

• Complimentary Chelsea Piers membership & other discounts
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• FSA account and other voluntary benefits
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning
• Complimentary subscription to the Calm meditation app

Chelsea Piers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.