Day-Of Event Host

25n-Coworking-2; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25N-branded swag

Snacks

Job summary

25N Coworking in Waco, TX is seeking a Day-Of Event Host for on-call responsibilities to support member and public-facing events.

You are a self-directed, energetic problem-solver who thrives in a dynamic, community-focused environment and enjoys engaging with diverse groups of entrepreneurs, remote workers, and freelancers. This is an independent contractor role with evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service, hospitality, or event management.
• Proven ability to work with diverse groups and handle multiple tasks.
• Strong teamwork and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the planning, preparation, and organization of events.
• Managing kitchen and serving staff (when applicable).
• Receiving and directing guests to their event space/seats.
• Answering questions and addressing concerns of guests in a charming, polite manner.
• Ensuring that the event space is clean prior to and after the event.
• Double-checking that all health safety measures are observed and that staffs are well-versed in emergency protocols.
• Creating a positive, relaxed atmosphere where guests can enjoy themselves.
• Coordinating different teams and ensuring they all work together harmoniously.
• Be the responsible first and last point of contact for your building.
• Create authentic points of connection while checking members and guests out and in.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Customer service

Hospitality

Event management

Team player

People skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Job description

Position Title: Day-Of Event Host (Independent Contractor, on-call position)

Reports to: Location Community Manager; Head of Events & Programming

Location(s): Waco, TX

Position Description: The Day-Of Events Host will provide on-the-spot support for 25N’s member and public-facing events. Our events are a crucial part of our connection to the larger community, so having someone onsite to make sure things run smoothly—and with just the right hospitable touches isn’t just nice to have, it’s crucial!

Schedule/Availability: As-Needed, On-Call Basis. A few hours per month, with all hours landing on the evenings and/or weekends.

Benefits:

• A thriving team culture with room to develop your professional skills.
• 25N-branded swag.
• did we mention snacks?

Who we are: 25N Coworking is a fast-growing coworking community and meeting space. Our suburban workspaces are designed to spark collaboration and productivity, and we value creative thinking, serendipity, and community-building. We strive to nurture the business ecosystem that grows in our space, and our community’s magnetic energy is proof: we’re changing the way we work.

Who you are: You are a self-directed, energetic problem-solver who is eager to engage with a diverse community of entrepreneurs, corporations, remote employees, and freelancers. You love making people feel at ease, and you aren’t scared to host a crowd! You have a knack for navigating a changing environment with ease, and your adaptable nature makes you a phenomenal team-player. You’ve been looking for a role that fits into the cracks of your already full life (or school or other job), and would love to pick up an on-call gig that can supplement your income AND be fun.

DUTIES + RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assisting with the planning, preparation, and organization of events.
• Managing kitchen and serving staff (when applicable).
• Receiving and directing guests to their event space/seats.
• Answering questions and addressing concerns of guests in a charming, polite manner.
• Ensuring that the event space is clean prior to and after the event.
• Double-checking that all health safety measures are observed and that staffs are well-versed in emergency protocols.
• Creating a positive, relaxed atmosphere where guests can enjoy themselves.
• Coordinating different teams and ensuring they all work together harmoniously.
• Be the responsible first and last point of contact for your building.
• Create authentic points of connection while checking members and guests out and in.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS: (EDUCATION, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE)

• A can-do attitude and desire to learn and grow.
• Experience (or desire to grow) in the field of customer service, hospitality, or event management.
• Proven team player and collaborator.
• Excellent people skills and relationship-building ability.
• Ability and willingness to manage, prioritize and perform a wide variety of tasks while ensuring attention to detail.
• Willingness to be flexible, wear many hats, pitch in and perform any work task needed to get the job done.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (these are essential for this role, but let us know if you have questions or have an accommodation request):

• Lift and carry up to 30 lbs.
• Move furniture, equipment, etc. up to 100 lbs with assistance. For example, move a desk with the help of a dolly and/or a co-worker.
• Ascend and descend ladders and stairs.
• Work in cold or hot environments and potential wind/rain at outdoor events.
• Regularly access low/high spaces that may be at irregular angles, such as under a desk or high shelves.
• Operate computer and office equipment, including coffee maker, laptop, keyboards, mouse, copy machine, AV meeting room equipment and similar.
• Be standing and walking for at least 1 hour at a time, 2-3x per day
• Work in loud, chaotic environments and/or in crowds during community events.
• Maintain concentration and focus in a busy environment where people are coming and going.