Job Type: Full-Time, Salaried

Location: Iowa City, Iowa

Pay: Based on experience

Benefits: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts

Duties and Responsibilities

• Market Wilson’s Ciderhouse & Venue to attract new clients.
• Respond to all event inquiries in a timely manner.
• Schedule and conduct tours for all events.
• Oversee all phases of the event to ensure it runs smoothly.
• Manage day to day contact with clients (collect signed contracts, collect event insurance, answer questions, set up meetings/consultations, finalize table layout and timeline).
• Manage day of operations for events including set up, staffing, helping clients, tear down, and opening/closing.
• Ensure deposits, payments, final headcounts, event insurance, and all other information is received on time from clients.
• Work with the Banquet Chef to finalize menus and service plans for events.
• Act as the main point of contact for outside vendors for all events.
• Schedule and organize any additional events hosted by Wilson’s Ciderhouse & Venue.
• Maintain general knowledge of local vendors for music, florals, desserts, and equipment rentals.
• Hire, train, and schedule event staff.
• Maintain event furniture (chairs, tables) and other event equipment as needed.
• Organize and maintain a clean event space and storage areas.
• Be able to explain in detail Wilson’s Ciderhouse & Venue’s concept and practices to employees and customers.
• Understand all Wilson’s Ciderhouse & Venue policies and enforce them when necessary.
• Maintain a productive and enjoyable work environment for all staff.
• Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations regarding health, safety and labor requirements.
• Work with Content Manager to create engaging content for Wilson’s Ciderhouse & Venue.
• Manage event inventory for the bar and dry goods.
• Maintain stock levels and order bar supplies when necessary.

Qualifications

• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Ability to work independently as well as lead, manage, and motivate a team.
• At least two years experience in event management.
• Must be available to work nights and weekends.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person