Event Director - Children's Parties

Do you have an interest in entrepreneurship? Do think about owning a business working with children or in the party planning industry hosting high end events! This might be the job for you to jumpstart your career!

Job Summary

The Director of Events is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and management of all events hosted by Sugar Plum Parties. This role requires a confident dynamic leader with a magnetic personality. The Director must have a strong background in events management and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. This candidate must thread the needle between creating a whimsical and fun atmosphere while effectively delegating tasks and communicating respectfully at all times.

The ideal candidate will possess a passion for working with children and have excellent organizational and communication skills. The Director must have a keen eye for detail, be energetic, engaging and captivating, quick-thinking and have the ability to multitask in a fast paced work environment. The Director of Events will ensure that all events align with Sugar Plum's goals and objectives.

Duties

• Uphold Sugar Plum's brand as a 5-star all-inclusive party venue
• Manage all aspects of event execution from set up to clean-up
• Ensure that all events run on time and seamless
• Serves as the lead MC throughout the event and actively participates in all parties activities (e.g. singing, dancing, imaginative play, beauty makeovers, crafts, etc.)
• Manage Staff: scheduling, assignment of tasks, performance feedback and management
• Works with staff to refine and improve processes that support efficient operations (e.g. training on new activities, new content creation, etc.)
• Customer engagement and promotes business
• Coordinate vendor reservations and ensure seamless delivery
• Conduct post-event evaluations to assess success and identify areas for improvement in future events

Requirements

• Proven experience in events management, experience hosting children's parties preferred.
• Proven high-quality customer service experience
• Strong leadership skills and on-stage presence
• Strong work ethic and reliable
• Has managed a team
• Time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Adaptable. Able to think on your feet and change course in the moment without being frazzled
• Uses good judgement and excellent problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on guest services and relationship building.
• Ability to work weekends, required
• A passion for creating memorable experiences that resonate with all guests

Experience in early education, party planning and/or entertainment a plus

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Every weekend
• Weekends only

Experience:

• Events management: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Green Brook, NJ 08812 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23