Culinary Event/Program Coordinator

Job Title: Event/Program Coordinator

Job Description: We are seeking a dynamic and organized Event/Program Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for successfully collaborating on events and projects with clients, vendors, and stakeholders. This role requires a proactive, self-driven individual who can manage all aspects of event and program marketing, website upkeep, and internal communications. The position is considered a part-time hourly position with the number of events determining the workload which currently varies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate effectively with clients, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure successful event and project execution.
• Manage all event and program marketing efforts, including website upkeep and internal communications.
• Utilize proficiency in WordPress, MemberPress, Checkfront, Canva, MailChimp, and other Microsoft Office software to support event and program initiatives.
• Direct all project management components of events, including planning, marketing, staffing, paperwork, and budgeting.
• Interview, train, and supervise staff to ensure smooth event operations.
• Leverage a background in hospitality and food service to enhance event experiences.
• Work with children, as there is a significant children's segment of the program.
• Be available for weekend and evening events as the schedule dictates.
• Be accessible both on-site and off-site for planning, accommodating the instructors' varied schedules.
• Take photos of food and events and post them on Facebook and Instagram.
• Work independently to create and follow necessary timelines.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in event or program coordination.
• Proficiency in WordPress, MemberPress, Checkfront, Canva, MailChimp, and Microsoft Office software.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Background in hospitality and food service.
• Experience working with children.
• Availability for weekend and evening events.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Photography skills and familiarity with social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Experience with on-line streaming venues (Tik-Tok, YouTube,etc.) beneficial.

We work with some of the best culinary professionals in the area. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for the culinary arts and event coordination, we encourage you to apply!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.89 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• How many years experience do you with children in an educational or activities setting?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Social media marketing: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• Wilmington, NC 28405 (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Wilmington, NC 28405 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wilmington, NC 28405: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20