Events Intern
Crossroads Conference Center - Grand Rapids, Michigan
Description
Crossroads Conference Center is a 7,200 sq. ft. full-service event venue. Conveniently located in Southwest Grand Rapids right at the M-6 and US-131 business exchange. Crossroads hosts a wide variety of events including wedding ceremonies & receptions, corporate meetings & trainings, conferences, tradeshows, fundraisers, gala’s, holiday & birthday parties. Crossroads is looking for someone who wants to gain experience in the Events industry to join our team!
Overview:
- Hospitality & customer service is number one!
-Work events with catering staff
- Perform banquet room set ups and break downs
- Maintain cleanliness of the facility including, but not limited to: banquet rooms, lobby, hallways, restrooms, storage units, outside grounds and kitchen area
- Work with Event Manager and Sales Director on special projects as needed
- Answer event inquires as they come in through various lead programs including telephone calls, email, and wedding lead websites
- Show potential clients the venue and present them with catering options along with experience enhancements
- Create proposals, diagrams, and timelines for events
- Conduct final detail meetings with clients
-Act as Venue host on day of event
- Coordinate with outside vendors before, during, and after events
- Assist Venue Manager with maintaining accurate equipment/supplies inventory and forecast future needs
- Ensure event is executed smoothly and resolve any problems that might occur
Qualifications
-Weekend availability is a must!
- Strong organizational , time management, and communication skills
- Strong work ethic, team oriented, positive attitude, dependable, flexible, punctual, with reliable transportation
- Ability to interact with clients and guests in a professional manner
- Ability to deal effectively with deadlines and pressures
- Ability to work a varying schedule based on event calendar
If you are a detail-oriented individual with excellent organizational skills and a passion for creating memorable events, we would love to have you on our team!
Details
Type of Position: Part-Time / Internship Position
Segment of Industry: Meeting & Event Management
Salary: $16.00 / Hour
Hours: 20-30
Company Information
Crossroads Conference Center
6611 Clay Ave SW
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49548
616-656-7777
Contact: Jenn Becker
How To Apply
Please send resume to [email protected]
Application Deadline: 06/14/2024
Additional Information
This will be a 6-7 month internship, ending 12/31/24.
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Posted: 5/29/24