Craft Event Host & Party Coordinator (Kids Parties)

The Michael's Companies; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 23,281 - 27,138; Part time

Job summary

The Michaels Companies is seeking a Part Time Store - Oceanside role to plan and coordinate events, including children’s birthdays, within the Michaels store. You will engage guests, assist with shopping, and deliver a fast, friendly checkout while managing event logistics.

You will communicate with clients and team members, handle administrative tasks, and ensure cleanliness and safety standards. Prior experience with children’s events and retail is preferred.

Qualifications

• Energetic and enthusiastic; ability to engage guests of all ages.
• Excellent people skills and communication abilities.
• Experience working with children and planning kids' events preferred.
• Retail or customer service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate events at the Michaels store, including children’s parties and craft classes.
• Engage with customers and help them shop, ensuring a fast, friendly checkout experience.
• Coordinate event activities (face painting, goody bags, balloons) and communicate with clients and store team.
• Handle administrative tasks (emails, calls, paperwork) and adapt plans based on client feedback.
• Maintain store cleanliness, safety standards, and SOP compliance.

Skills

Customer service

People skills

Child events experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Retail experience

Job description

The Michaels Companies is seeking a Part Time Store - Oceanside role to plan and coordinate events, including children’s birthdays, within the Michaels store. You will engage guests, assist with shopping, and deliver a fast, friendly checkout while managing event logistics.

You will communicate with clients and team members, handle administrative tasks, and ensure cleanliness and safety standards. Prior experience with children’s events and retail is preferred.