Role Overview
The Event Coordinator loves hospitality enjoys hosting experiences that make a lasting impression and is passionate about creating an environment that connects people to the church. This position is ideal for someone who is organized proactive and detail oriented. Responsibilities are to be performed within The Cross Church high-expectation culture and mission to spread Gods fame by making disciples of all people. This position reports to the Executive Operations and Program Manager.
Job Classification
Full-time. Non-exempt.
Schedule*
Office Hours
Monday Thursday 8AM to 5PM
approximately 30-32 hours
Ministry Hours
Wednesdays & Weekends
approximately 8 - 10 hours
*The schedule for this position may vary and incur overtime depending upon weekend assignments and ministry events that occur in the evenings and on weekends.
Responsibilities and Expectations
Coordinate experiences and attractions that compliment church events and initiatives.
Give leadership to food beverage and catering services.
Oversee the operation of the catering facilities during regular operating hours and special events.
Recruit train schedule and oversee café volunteers and staff.
Oversee merchandise inventory and display.
Solicit information from ministry leaders and outside event points of contact to plan and execute individualized events and design strategies.
Plan components of special projects and events to execute the vision of the church including but not limited to set-up tear down safety plans personnel needs volunteer management equipment and material needs space usage HVAC plans outside partner coordination vendor management traffic and parking plans signage and communications lighting and janitorial services.
Present timelines and cost estimates for special projects events design and other elements.
Perform onsite management of events with enthusiasm and excellence.
Keep hospitality areas and storage organized.
Order receive and stock supplies and retail products.
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment sanitize work areas seating areas utensils and equipment with the assistance of the custodial team as needed.
Keep the equipment operating by following operating instructions troubleshooting breakdowns performing preventive maintenance and calling for repairs.
Support for senior adult ministry deacon led ministries and leadership teams.
Support hospitality needs for funerals weddings and events as needed
Orders flowers and cards for pastoral care events for church members.
Steward church resources with care such as furniture fixtures equipment supplies and other resources.
Attend a worship service staff meetings department meetings and other meetings as needed.
Foster a cooperative healthy and motivating relationship with staff volunteers and church families.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Experience and Critical Skills
Agreement with The Cross Church faith statement and mission to spread Gods fame by making disciples of all people.
Committed to biblical Christian principles and teachings both professionally and personally.
Established pattern of Bible study and prayer.
A college degree in a hospitality related field is preferred.
Strong creativity artistic ability and imagination.
Event coordination experience including the execution of large events.
Ability to work during peak times including nights and weekends.
The ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment manage stress build professional and collaborative relationships with staff and church members.
Ability to use appropriate judgment in the areas of discretion sensitivity and confidentiality.
A keen eye for detail and visual design care.
Exceptional problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and communication skills.
Relational self-motivated strong work ethic dependable and reliable.
Ability to work in a fast-paced rapidly changing environment.
A prayerful tithing and participating member of The Cross Church is expected.
Sufficient good health to discharge duties properly.
Passing criminal financial and sexual misconduct background checks required.