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**Event Planner**
At AriensCo Hospitality, we provide more than exceptional service we create opportunities that impact careers. Our culture values creative thinking, hard work and determination. We work as a team, collaborate, and make decisions quickly.
We see growth potential in every team member and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities.
Speaking of people, youre not just employee #1,762 to us. Youre family, and your role is invaluable. Without exceptional people, we cant continue to provide the first-class service we are known for.
Come join us! By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work in a rewarding workplace with a strong sense of community.
****Job Description:****
AriensCo Hospitality Group is seeking an Event Planner for Round Lake Farms, Stone Prairie, AriensCo Museum and other AriensCo affiliated properties and off-site corporate events. This position requires a service-oriented team player, who can independently yet effectively manage an array of tasks for multiple events of varying magnitude. This position requires a flexible work schedule to include nights and weekends.
**The Day to Day...**
+ Works with customers (corporate and social) to plan and implement events, providing exceptional customer service and meeting financial objectives.
+ Serves as the point of contact for customers post executed contract, maintaining regular communications in the process of detailing event requirements for food, beverage, seating and special requests; processes all associated billing.
+ Coordinates vendor procurement of services to meet event needs.
+ Provides onsite day-of management of events, including overall facility setup/tear down; preparation of all staff, contractors, and vendors who will be onsite; execute and monitor event details, acting quickly to resolve problems; and evaluate overall success of event.
+ Assists Sr. Manager, Event Operations .
+ Ensures adherence of all safety, sanitary, food handling/storage and alcohol beverage control policies.
+ Opens and closes all facilities ensuring buildings are secure and equipment is turned off.
+ Collaborates frequently with cross-functional departments that provide event support.
+ All other duties as assigned by the Sr. Manager, Event Operations .**The Qualifications...**
+ High school diploma or GED required
+ Bachelors degree preferred
+ Responsible Beverage Training Certificate or ability to complete the course within one month of hiring date.
+ 3+ years of relevant event planning experience.
+ Requires flexible availability to include nights and weekends.*****EEO Statement*****
The concept of diversity is important to us at AriensCo. Thats why weve created a culture that is inclusive, accepting and understanding. We embrace diversity among our partners, suppliers and employees. We also strive for diversity in the quality of our ideas. Inclusion and acceptance means that, regardless of who you are, you will always be standing on our welcome mat.
AriensCo is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. AriensCo hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
Providing our employees with an environment free of discrimination and harassment is something we take very seriously. Embracing diversity enables us to attract the best talent, foster productive teamwork, and expand our business opportunities.