Event Coordinator (Part-Time) – Fairfield

Job Title: Event Coordinator (Part-Time) – Fairfield

Job Type: Part-Time (Under 4 hours)

Salary: Hourly, Competitive

Company: Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Benefits: Health, Dental, Paid Training, Paid Vacations

Job Summary:

Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Fairfield is looking for a part-time Event Coordinator to join our team. We are seeking a dynamic, self-motivated professional with a keen interest in event planning, management, and execution. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, have excellent communication and organizational skills, and be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. This role involves working under 4 hours per day with the added benefits of health insurance, dental coverage, paid training, and paid vacations.

Job Description:

As an Event Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for organizing, coordinating, and managing all aspects of events, from conception to execution. You’ll work closely with clients to understand their needs and preferences, plan and coordinate all the logistics of the events, manage the event budgets, supervise other event staff, and ensure that everything runs smoothly on the day of the event.

Responsibilities:

– Meeting with clients to understand their event requirements

– Planning event aspects, such as venue, seating, dining, and guest list

– Coordinating event logistics, including transportation and accommodation for guests

– Managing event set-up, tear down, and follow-ups

– Establishing relationships with vendors and negotiating contracts

– Carefully adhering to budgets and ensuring financial and contractual obligations are met

Requirements:

– Proven experience as an event coordinator or similar role

– Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

– Excellent organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management

– Strong problem-solving ability with a keen eye for detail

– Computer savvy; proficient in MS Office applications

Educational Qualifications:

– Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, public relations or relevant field is preferred

Experience:

– Previous experience in coordinating events is preferred, but not required

Company Overview:

Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Fairfield is a part of the Hilton Worldwide chain, offering luxury experiences for guests with a commitment to outstanding service. We strive to create a positive environment for our team as well, offering competitive wages, valuable work experience, and benefits such as health insurance, dental coverage, and paid training.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Apply today to join our innovative team and help create unforgettable experiences for our guests. Apply Job!