Event Specialist

Jungle Jim's • Fairfield, OH

13h

About The Position

Looking to get your foot in the door at a company where you can grow and develop your passions? We’re looking for people who are motivated to advance in the company, love to meet new people, and are excited to grow their careers. As a part of The Oscar Event Center team, you will help create and execute festivals, corporate events, and weddings and coordinate both on-site and off-site catering. The Oscar Event Center is known for our excellent customer service, our friendly and responsive interactions with clients, and for going above and beyond for every guest that visits our facility. We have a 5-star rating on The Knot and we've won "Best of Weddings" 2015 -2025. At Jungle Jim’s, we offer more than you realize and want to help develop your passions and strengths so that you can create a career with us. Apply now and start something big at Jungle Jim’s!

Requirements

• Must be 21 or older.
• Work environment includes continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment.
• Engage in standing/walking 6-8 hours at a time.
• Ability to work varied hours based on events, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must pass a required criminal background check.
• Alcohol server training required (provided).
• Two or three professional references preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sales experience preferred.
• A background in sales, hospitality, catering or banquet industry preferred.
• Prior customer service, supervisory, and/or management experience preferred.
• Proficient computer, math, and data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage social and corporate event sales
• Contract negotiations and bookings
• Manage event coordination and details
• Conduct timely and thorough responses to clients via phone and email communications
• Ensure timeliness of billing/payment remittance in conjunction with our accounting team
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients and vendors
• Provide support to the department manager.
• Assist with the preparation and execution of exciting events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Employee Discount: 10% at 60 days, 20% at two years.
• Paid vacation time starting at six months.
• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance at 60 days.
• 401(k)
• Many opportunities for advancement!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed