Cheeky Monkeys in Plano is looking for an full-time Events Coordinator for immediate hire. Our ideal candidate is self-driven, organized, creative, and works well in teams. The Event coordinator is a supervisory role and reports to the Store Manager.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage events from start to finish, working with the Store Manager, F&B Supervisor, and other team members.
• Have a strong product knowledge of our different event party package offerings and be able to communicate this with guests.
• Turning event inquiries into party and event bookings and following up with guests to ensure a positive experience. Build relationships with our guests as we book, plan, implement and host their events.
• Bring creativity and excitement to our birthday parties and children’s events and being willing to think outside of the box.
• Track and handle party inventory needs and expenses, while aiming to upsell and keep costs low. Improve sales strategies and reduce costs when possible.
• Seek out opportunities for community involvement and outreach for brand building.
• Adhere to our Store’s policies and Standard Operating Procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Demonstrated tolerance and understanding for diverse cultures.
• Strong customer service orientation and follow-up skills.
• Confident and authoritative demeanor, proficient in handling interactions with children, parents, and staff.
• Preferred to have prior operational experience in front-of-house leisure or retail environments.
• Have previous Event Planning, Decor, Hosting skills and experience.

• Manage events from start to finish, working with the Store Manager, F&B Supervisor, and other team members.
• Have a strong product knowledge of our different event party package offerings and be able to communicate this with guests.
• Turning event inquiries into party and event bookings and following up with guests to ensure a positive experience. Build relationships with our guests as we book, plan, implement and host their events.
• Bring creativity and excitement to our birthday parties and children’s events and being willing to think outside of the box.
• Track and handle party inventory needs and expenses, while aiming to upsell and keep costs low. Improve sales strategies and reduce costs when possible.
• Seek out opportunities for community involvement and outreach for brand building.
• Adhere to our Store’s policies and Standard Operating Procedures