Creative Party & Events Host (Kids’ Parties & Crafts)

michaels; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Michaels in Bangor, ME is seeking a part-time events coordinator to plan and run store events, including kids' birthday parties and classes. You will help customers, guide them to products, and ensure a fast, friendly checkout while assisting with store tasks and safety standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating events, engaging guests of all ages, managing add-ons, and handling communications with clients and team. Retail or customer service experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Retail or customer service experience required.
• Experience working with children and children's events.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple events.
• Willing to work nights, weekends, and early mornings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate events including children's parties and craft classes.
• Engage with guests of all ages to create a fun, creative environment.
• Demonstrate crafts and supervise activities; face painting.
• Handle event add-ons such as goody bags and balloons.
• Support store operations including unloading trucks, stocking, and maintaining store standards.
• Assist customers, answer emails, and complete paperwork.
• Cross-train in framing sales as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Event coordination

Children events

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Positive attitude

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Michaels in Bangor, ME is seeking a part-time events coordinator to plan and run store events, including kids' birthday parties and classes. You will help customers, guide them to products, and ensure a fast, friendly checkout while assisting with store tasks and safety standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating events, engaging guests of all ages, managing add-ons, and handling communications with clients and team. Retail or customer service experience is preferred.