Craft Event Host: Kids Parties & In-Store Celebrations

Michaels; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Job summary

Michaels in Birmingham, AL is hiring a part-time Retail Party and Event Host to plan, coordinate, and run in-store events including kids’ birthday parties. You will create a fun, engaging guest experience and help customers shop for supplies.

In addition to event duties, you’ll assist with checkout, rewards program enrollments, and omnichannel services. Strong communication and organizational skills, plus a love for working with guests of all ages, are essential.

Qualifications

• Energetic and enthusiastic personality.
• Must have excellent people skills.
• Experience working with children and children’s events is required.
• Strong communication, written and verbal, and listening skills.
• Organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Retail and/or customer service experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate multiple events at once, including children’s birthday parties and craft classes.
• Engage with clients of all ages to create a fun and creative environment.
• Demonstrate and instruct participants in craft activities and face-painting as needed.
• Coordinate party add-ons (goody bags, balloons) to company standards.
• Communicate events with clients and store team members; handle emails and calls.
• Assist with store operations: truck unload, stocking, planograms, and merchandising.

Skills

Customer service

People skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Retail experience

Children's events experience

Tools

POS checkout system

Job description

Michaels in Birmingham, AL is hiring a part-time Retail Party and Event Host to plan, coordinate, and run in-store events including kids’ birthday parties. You will create a fun, engaging guest experience and help customers shop for supplies.

In addition to event duties, you’ll assist with checkout, rewards program enrollments, and omnichannel services. Strong communication and organizational skills, plus a love for working with guests of all ages, are essential.