Events Coordinator (Ft) Jobs

Note: With Commission Pay

Located in the heart of Atlanta’s Upper Westside, Chattahoochee Food Works is the 31-vendor, 25,000-square-foot food hall featured at the center of The Works. Highlighting the best of Atlanta’s exciting food scene, the food hall will feature restaurant stalls, creative chef concepts, and the region’s top culinary talent. The space also includes a large communal indoor/outdoor bar and expansive outdoor seating. Celebrity chef Andrew Zimmern and partner Robert Montwaid, creator of New York’s Gansevoort Market, are the curators behind Chattahoochee Food Works.

Chattahoochee Food Works is looking for an events coordinator!

Responsibilities

• Plan event with attention to financial and time constraints
• Oversee event happenings and act quickly to resolve problems
• Negotiate with vendors to achieve the most favorable terms
• Manage all event operations (preparing venue, invitations, etc.)
• Research vendors (catering, decorators, musicians, etc.) and choose the best combination of quality and cost
• Do final checks on the day of the event (e.g. tables, technology) to ensure everything meets standards
• Book venues and schedule speakers
• Understand the requirements for each event
• Hire personnel
• Evaluate event’s success and submit reports

Requirements And Skills

• Proficient in MS Office
• Well-organized with multi-tasking skills
• Excellent management skills
• Knowledge of basic recruitment practices
• A degree in hospitality management, public relations or relevant field is preferred
• Outstanding communication and negotiation ability
• A proven track record of organizing successful events
• Able to handle stress and remain calm
• Proven experience as an event coordinator
• Problem-solving ability