Part Time Party & Event Host

The Michaels Companies Inc. is a leading specialty retailer dedicated to providing customers with a wide variety of arts and crafts supplies, framing, floral, merchandise for DIY home décor, and seasonal items. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, Michaels operates over 1,300 stores across 49 states and Canada, along with a strong online presence at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. Known as the best place for all things creative, Michaels is committed to fueling the joy of creativity and celebration for individuals and families alike. The company also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, reinforcing its position as a comprehensive creative retailer. Working at Michaels offers employees the opportunity to engage in a vibrant retail environment that values inclusion, creativity, and customer satisfaction. Michaels places a high priority on team member wellbeing, providing extensive benefits such as health insurance covering medical, dental, and vision, paid time off, tuition assistance, and generous employee discounts.

This particular role is based at the Michaels store located in Orange City, Florida, focusing primarily on event coordination, customer experience, and store operational duties. The Store Event Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating a variety of events, most notably children’s birthday parties and craft classes. The coordinator’s mission is to ensure these events are stress-free, fun, and engaging experiences for all guests, spanning a wide age range from young children to seniors. This role demands excellent communication and organizational skills to manage multiple events simultaneously, while maintaining a fun and creative atmosphere in line with Michaels' brand promises.

Beyond event planning, this role also includes facilitating party activities such as craft project demonstrations, face painting, and managing party add-ons like goody bags and balloons according to company standards. Effective communication with clients and store team members is essential, as well as handling administrative tasks such as answering emails, phone calls, and completing necessary paperwork. A key aspect is ensuring client satisfaction, adjusting event plans based on feedback, and creating contingency plans if emergencies arise, all while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety before, during, and after events.

In addition to event responsibilities, the role involves delivering an excellent customer experience through helping shoppers find products, providing solutions, and ensuring a fast and friendly checkout process. Team members also educate customers about the rewards program and private label credit cards, assist in omnichannel retail efforts including Buy Online Pickup In Store (BOPIS) and Ship From Store (SFS), and participate in stock management activities such as unloading trucks, stocking shelves, and maintaining merchandise recovery standards. This dynamic position also supports company programs addressing shrink and safety, adheres to all operational policies and procedures, and serves as a role model by projecting a positive image in all interactions.

The role requires physical stamina, as it involves standing for long periods, bending, lifting heavy boxes, using ladders, and moving throughout the store. Candidates should be prepared to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and early mornings, within a public retail store environment that is generally climate controlled with some areas possibly less so. Michaels is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, offering reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. The company’s supportive culture embraces creativity, innovation, and teamwork, making this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about arts, crafts, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.