Event Coordinator (Part-Time)

Fooda; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k plan

Commuter expense benefit

Free meals

Job summary

Fooda in Abilene, TX is seeking a friendly, tech-savvy Event Coordinator to support onsite catering programs. You’ll help set up and tear down spaces, assist in the café when needed, and ensure guests have a smooth, enjoyable experience.

You’ll work with local restaurants, gain exposure to Fooda's platform, and learn how our network keeps lunch live across workplaces. If you enjoy fast-paced hospitality and building positive customer relationships, this part-time role offers steady hours and the

Qualifications

• Customer service mindset with strong relationship-building skills.
• Friendly, energetic, people-oriented attitude.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable in a fast-paced startup.
• Resourceful, calm under pressure with problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communicator and self-starter who is organized.
• Knowledge of Abilene area and reliable car required.
• Part-time availability ~27.5 hours/week during business hours.
• Prior catering or serving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Onsite setup, tear-down, cleaning, problem-solving, and ensuring high-quality service.
• Back-up cashier duties at Fooda Cafés when needed.
• Coordinate access for restaurants and building staff.
• Troubleshoot POS and onsite technology issues.
• Conduct onsite promotions and app coaching.
• Provide real-time customer service to resolve issues promptly.
• Escalate issues to Operations Manager when necessary.

Skills

Customer service

Relationship building

Tech savvy

Communication

Organized

Detail oriented

Self-starter

Local knowledge

Tools

POS system

Job description

Who We Are:

We believe a workplace food program is something employees should love and look forward to every day. Powered by technology and a network of over 2,000 restaurants, Fooda feeds hungry people at work through our ongoing food programs located within companies and office buildings. Every day, each Fooda location is served by a different restaurant that comes onsite and serves fresh lunch from their chef's unique menu. Fooda operates in over 20 major US cities and continues its expansion across the United States. Eight out of ten employees believe Fooda is one of their company's top perks.

Fooda is currentlyrecruiting for a part timeEvent Coordinator in our Abilene, Texas market.This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a hospitality or events background who are eager to learn about food service, work with great customers, and support a broad network of excellent local restaurants.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support Fooda events in a variety of capacities, including: 1.) being onsite to set-up, tear down, clean equipment and site areas, problem-solve, and ensure high quality set-up and customer experience, 2.) serve as back-up cashier at Fooda Cafés for team members who have time off, and 3.) getting restaurants onsite and access to the building
• Gain competency with Fooda's technology and standard operations procedures
• Problem-solve for issues such as incorrect orders, late deliveries, late restaurant arrivals, or incorrect email communication
• Troubleshoot technical issues with point-of-sale (POS) system, onsite technology, and TV menu boards
• Conduct onsite Fooda promotions and mobile app coaching
• Provide real-time onsite customer service to resolve issues promptly directly with the consumer
• Facilitate audits of restaurant event set-up to ensure consistency and high quality
• Escalate issues to Operations Manager when necessary to keep them informed or help problem solve
• Critical hours are over lunch Monday- Friday (9am - 2:30 pm) but responsibilities may span 8am-4pm, depending on the market and need

Who You Are:

• You love building relationships with customers and enjoy customer service
• You are friendly, high energy and love interacting with other people
• You are savvy with technology and will be comfortable in a fast-paced start-up
• You are resourceful, exhibit grace under pressure, and know you're capable of finding solutions
• You are a strong communicator and self-starter
• You are organized and detail oriented. Type-A personality is a plus!
• You're someone who knows the local territory and gets around efficiently in your own car
• You're looking for a steady part-time job (about 27.5hours per week) during regular business hours and value flexibility
• Prior catering or serving experience strongly preferred

What We'll Hook You Up With:

• Competitive wages - $18-$20
• Paid time off
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Pre-tax commuter expense benefit
• Long-term opportunities for advancement within Fooda
• Networking opportunities for work or career with local restaurants
• A fulfilling, challenging work experience and free food!

Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No phone calls or recruiters please.