Event Coordinator

Dave & Buster's Management Corporation, Inc.; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off food & drinks

Tuition reimbursement

New center opening team

Paid time off

Job summary

Main Event Entertainment in Texas is seeking an Event Coordinator to help guests plan birthday and corporate events, creating a fun, safe, and memorable experience for every guest.

You will sell, schedule, and coordinate events, input sales data, and work with the Sales Manager to exceed quarterly targets while delivering top-notch guest service. Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Office, and CRM is preferred; weekend and holiday availability is required.

Qualifications

• Food & beverage or retail experience preferred.
• Guest-focused mindset and strong communication.
• Proficient with Excel and CRM.

Responsibilities

• Uphold cleanliness and safety standards.
• Welcome guests and promote the FUN experience.
• Understand event packages and add-ons.
• Sell, schedule and coordinate events.
• Input sales data, guest information, and follow-up tasks.
• Work with Sales Manager to beat targets.
• Prospect and cold call for new business.
• Support local store marketing to drive sales.
• Attend weekly sales meetings and share ideas.
• Perform opening, mid-day or closing duties.

Skills

Guest focus

Teamwork

Relationship building

Sales experience

Tools

Excel

CRM

Job description

Job Description

At Main Event, our Event Coordinators help our Guests plan memorable birthday and event experiences, by creating a vision of FUN! As an Event Coordinator, you will partner with our Guests to create a tailored and memorable experience based on their needs. You’re also dedicated to delivering the highest standards in safety and sanitation.

What Will You Be Doing Daily?

• Upholding our cleanliness and safety standards (We take this seriously!)
• Welcoming and engaging with all Guests, all while being an ambassador of FUN
• Understanding all aspects of our event packages, and add-ons
• Selling, scheduling and coordinating corporate, group, and birthday events (let the FUN begin!)
• Utilizing systems and programs to input sales revenue, guest information, and create follow up tasks related to the business
• Partnering with the Sales Manager to exceed budgeted birthday, group and event sales targets, and achieve quarterly sales plans
• Prospecting and cold calling to develop ongoing relationships for new and repeat business
• Supporting local store marketing initiatives to drive walk-in and event sales
• Attending and engaging in weekly sales meetings to share strategic ideas that support the business
• Performing opening, mid-day or closing duties

Position Requirements

• Prior food & beverage or retail experience; sales experience a plus
• Guest focused mindset (We heart our Guests!)
• Teamwork is a must (Teamwork makes the dream work!)
• Relationship building (very important!)
• Proficient in software such as; Excel, Microsoft Office and CRM
• Can effectively communicate with Management, Team Members, and Guests
• Availability to work days, nights and/or weekends and holidays

Perks and Benefits

• Main Event Team Members are expected to give their best on the job - so we do our part in making sure we give you what you need to stay motivated, valued and embrace living your best life!
• Awesome culture that’s inclusive, rewarding and FUN!
• 50% off food, beverages, activities and unlimited game play!
• Tuition Reimbursement Program (yes please!)
• We help others grow! (internal promote culture)
• Be part of a New Center Opening Team!
• Our rewards and recognition program rock!
• Benefits and paid time off (for those who qualify)
• Our Family Fund helps our Team Members financially in their time of need
• Become a Certified Trainer (aka, the best of the best!)

Salary Compensation

• Salary Compensation is from $10.25 - $16.25 per hour
• Salary Range: 10.25 - 16.25

Equal Opportunity Employer

Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer and proud to be an E-Verify Employer where required by law.

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