Event Manager: In-Store Demonstrations Lead

Advantage Solutions; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Short and Long-Term Disability

401(K) plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Club Demonstration Services (CDS) in Champaign, IL seeks an Event Manager to lead in-store product demonstrations, recruit and train staff, ensure food safety, and deliver superb service to Costco members.

Based in Champaign, IL, the role is full-time with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) and generous PTO. You will coordinate with warehouse managers and vendors for grand openings.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of experience in retail, hospitality, or food environments.
• Detail oriented with strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and coach staff.

Responsibilities

• Direct all activities for successful events, promotions and sales.
• Communicate strategies to achieve sales and service excellence.
• Collaborate with district manager to review event metrics and costs.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation in product demonstrations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff Training

Coaching

Time Management

Team Building

Microsoft Office

Food Safety Awareness

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Bachelor's Degree preferred

NEHA Professional Food Handler Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Access

Outlook

Web Browsers

Job description

Club Demonstration Services (CDS) in Champaign, IL seeks an Event Manager to lead in-store product demonstrations, recruit and train staff, ensure food safety, and deliver superb service to Costco members.

Based in Champaign, IL, the role is full-time with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) and generous PTO. You will coordinate with warehouse managers and vendors for grand openings.