Kids' Party & Craft Event Host

Michaels; Brentwood (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Employee discounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Michaels is seeking an in-store Event Coordinator to plan and run engaging events, including kids’ parties, within our Brentwood, MO location. You will guide participants, handle related activities, and coordinate with customers and store teams to ensure a fun, safe experience.

Responsibilities include event planning, customer assistance, and executing add-ons while maintaining store standards. Prior experience in retail or customer service is preferred.

Qualifications

• Energetic and enthusiastic personality.
• Ability to handle job stress and interact effectively with guests of all ages and co-workers.
• Excellent people skills.
• Experience working with children and children’s events.
• Good communication skills including written, verbal, and nonverbal, plus listening abilities.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and creative problem solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate multiple events in a Michaels store, including children’s parties and craft classes.
• Engage with clients and guests to create a fun, engaging experience.
• Instruct participants and perform face painting or related activities as needed.
• Coordinate add-ons like goody bags or balloons per company standards.
• Communicate events with clients and store teams; handle emails and calls.
• Assist with truck unload, stocking, and planogram duties; maintain store recovery standards.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and safety; maintain cleanliness; set up and break down events.

Skills

Energetic

People skills

Child events

Communication

Organizational skills

Retail experience

Job description

Michaels is seeking an in-store Event Coordinator to plan and run engaging events, including kids’ parties, within our Brentwood, MO location. You will guide participants, handle related activities, and coordinate with customers and store teams to ensure a fun, safe experience.

Responsibilities include event planning, customer assistance, and executing add-ons while maintaining store standards. Prior experience in retail or customer service is preferred.