Weekend and Evenings Event Operations Coordinator:

Athena is the Midlands' leading events venue, hosting a wide range of events, including award dinners, music and dance shows, conferences, weddings, and Christmas parties. We are a growing and successful company with an exciting opportunity for a Weekend and Evenings Event Coordinator to join our expanding team on a part-time basis. As a member of our small but dynamic team, you will be involved in overseeing every aspect of our in-house events.

Role Responsibilities:

As our Event Operations Coordinator, you will be responsible for ensuring the seamless execution of events, from setup to close down. Your primary focus will be on coordinating with various departments, managing staff, and exceeding customer expectations. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to expand their experience in events within a prestigious environment.

This varied role throughout the year will make you part of a small but highly engaging team that designs and delivers every aspect of our events in-house.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate effective multitasking abilities, be enthusiastic and positive, and have excellent customer service skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure all required areas for the event are set up and ready.

Coordinate with the kitchen, staff, and customers to ensure timings and requirements are met.

Effectively manage both in-house staff and agency staff.

Ensure all event staff are briefed on their roles and responsibilities.

Exceed customer expectations by providing outstanding service during events.

Address any issues or concerns promptly and coordinate with other departments as necessary.

Oversee the close down and reset for the next event as required.

Ensure adherence to all checklists and standard operating procedures

Requirements:

Ability to work well under pressure.

Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written.

Additional Information:

Weekend and evening shifts.

Immediate start date.

Job type: Part-time, Permanent.

Benefits:

Private medical cover with Vitality.

28 days of holiday annually (pro rata).

Competitive pay rate based on experience.

Uniform provided.

If your application is successful, we will contact you to arrange a face-to-face interview.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £12.45-£13.10 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Every weekend
• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Event Management: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 23/09/2024