Craft Party & Event Host (Kids Parties)

Michaels; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Partner discount programs

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Michaels in Valparaiso, IN is seeking an Event Coordinator to plan and execute children’s parties and store events, while assisting customers and guiding them to products and services. You will handle checkouts, enrollment in rewards, and coordinate with team to ensure a fun, safe guest experience.

The role involves omni-channel tasks, event setup and cleanup, and maintaining store standards. Prior retail or customer service experience and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have experience working with children and children's events.
• Retail or customer service experience required.
• Excellent people skills and strong communication.
• Good organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate events including children’s birthday parties and craft classes.
• Assist customers in shopping and finding products; provide solutions.
• Deliver fast and friendly checkout and participate in rewards enrollment.
• Assist with omni-channel processes (BOPIS, SFS) and store recoveries.
• Set up, run, and clean up events; communicate with clients and store team.
• Maintain store cleanliness and safety standards; adhere to SOPs.

Skills

Energetic and enthusiastic

Excellent people skills

Experience working with children and  

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Retail and/or customer service

Job description

Michaels in Valparaiso, IN is seeking an Event Coordinator to plan and execute children’s parties and store events, while assisting customers and guiding them to products and services. You will handle checkouts, enrollment in rewards, and coordinate with team to ensure a fun, safe guest experience.

The role involves omni-channel tasks, event setup and cleanup, and maintaining store standards. Prior retail or customer service experience and excellent communication are essential.