Assistant General Manager – Prarie Winds Event Center
Prairie Winds Event Center, located in Orange City, IA, seeks a full-time candidate to perform the everyday activities of the event center. This position will report to the General Manager.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Manage events and event staff to make sure events run smoothly and exceed expectations
- Oversee and perform set-up/tear-down of tables, chairs, and/or other equipment for each event
- Manage bar services including but not limited to inventory management, ordering, staffing, occasional bartending, etc.
- Assist with social media content creation, management, and website updates
- Lead venue tours to all prospective clients
- Create floor plans/timelines and organize all details for events
- Contact event-related vendors to work out details for specific events
- Cleaning and organizing of facility
- Maintain facility and property upkeep
- Assist with all A/V set-up and questions
- General clerical duties
- Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills
- Highly organized, hard-working, and responsible
- Willingness to work nights, weekends, and/or irregular hours
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work independently and as a team to achieve business goals
- Ability to manage crowds ranging from 1-385 guests
- Ability to lift 15-20lbs+ and work on your feet for extended periods of time
- General working knowledge of audio/visual technology and computers (PC, Mac, etc.)
- General working knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
- Creative mind, an eye for detail, and ability to always think one step ahead
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1-2 years working in a hospitality environment
- High School Diploma or GED
- Proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, & Dropbox
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Public Relations, Business Administration, or related field
- Prior experience working in event management, coordination, or hospitality industry
- Prior experience working with bartending/bar management
- If you are ready for a new and exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, fun environment; please email your resume to Jess at events@orangecityiowa.com today!
Application deadline is October 19th, 2021.
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