Event Coordinator

St. Clair Country Club is a premier, private country club searching for an experienced, motivated, detail-oriented, energetic, and organized Event Coordinator to join our team and help execute flawless events for our members and guests. The Event Coordinator will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing all aspects of events hosted at the country club including administrative and operational responsibilities. This position will report to the Food & Beverage Director. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Assists with promoting and marketing the club's social events • Collaborates with members and clients to understand their event vision, needs, and preferences • Coordinates all event logistics, including scheduling, vendor management, catering, layout and audiovisual setup for banquets, luncheons, meetings, weddings, dances and other social, club related and golf events • Develops detailed plans for each catered event in conjunction with Food & Beverage Director, Executive Chef, Banquet Chef, and Housekeeping Manager • Prepares diagrams for buffet tables, guest tables, and other function room set-up needs for each event • Provides guest tours and offers suggestions in efforts to sell the club's facilities for the occasion being planned • Assists with on-going sales efforts for group and local function business • Works with the Chef and Food & Beverage Director to determine selling prices, menus and other details for catered events; oversees the development of contracts • Transmits necessary information and coordinates event planning with production, serving and housekeeping staffs; arranges for printing of menus, procuring of decorations, entertainment and other special requests, etc. Education, Experience, Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Event Management, or related field preferred • 3+ years of event planning or coordination experience, preferably within a country club, hotel, or similar high-end hospitality setting • Excellent member/customer service skills • Strong knowledge of Food and Beverage operations • Proven record of event planning, organizing, and executing special events • Excellent organizational and time-management skills with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills • Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering expectations of excellence • Ability to think creatively and take initiative • Excellent problem-solving skills with solution oriented mindset • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required for event schedules • Knowledge of event software and tools i.e. JONAS, Prism • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Word • Must be able to stand/walk for up to 8 hours and regularly lift up to 30 pounds