Event Coordinator (Part-Time)

Fooda; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Long-term opportunities for advancement

Networking opportunities

Free food

Job summary

Fooda is looking for a full-time Event Coordinator for their Port Washington, WI market. This role is perfect for candidates with a background in hospitality or events who wish to support Fooda events, ensuring high-quality setups and resolving customer issues directly. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced startup environment, exhibit excellent customer service skills, and enjoy flexible hours between 5 to 25 hours per week.

The position offers competitive wages of $20–$22/hour and opportunities for career advancement within Fooda.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills and a friendly demeanor.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues with POS systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to manage various tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support Fooda events by ensuring high-quality setup.
• Resolve customer service issues onsite.
• Troubleshoot operational and technical issues.
• Conduct onsite promotions and provide technology coaching.

Skills

Customer service

Technology savviness

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Fooda is currently recruiting for a full‑time Event Coordinator in our Port Washington, WI 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 being onsite to set‑up, tear down, clean equipment and site areas, problem‑solve, and ensure high quality set‑up and customer experience
• 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; we have 2 positions available Monday - Friday (10 am – 2 pm) but responsibilities may span 8 am‑4 pm, 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 (between 5 – 25 hours 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: $20–$22/hr
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Long‑term opportunities for advancement within Fooda
• Networking opportunities for work or career with local restaurants
• A fulfilling, challenging work experience and free food!