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Assistant to Senior Events Coordinator We are seeking a motivated, organized, and personable individual to assist our Senior Events Coordinator with corporate, private, and special events at the Corvallis Club. This is a part-time position , with the potential to grow into a full-time role by combining event coordination responsibilities with Banquet Captain shifts. As a Banquet Captain, you will help lead and serve during events, with additional hourly earnings from gratuities and service charges. For someone interested in pursuing event management as a career, this position offers an opportunity to learn the business from the ground up. Following approximately 6 months to 1 year of training and experience , there may be an opportunity to advance into an Event Coordinator/Management position , depending on performance, experience, and interest. Schedule & Compensation Part-time position with primarily evening and weekend hours Some daytime corporate and private events Some weekday office hours for client communication, event planning, and administrative work Opportunity to work additional hours as a Banquet Captain Additional hourly earnings from gratuities and service charges when working banquet events Starting pay will be based on previous event planning, hospitality, or related experience Corporate & Private Event Responsibilities Communicate with clients by email, telephone, and in person to plan and coordinate their events Schedule client meetings with the Executive Chef to discuss and finalize menus Assist clients with event setup, room layouts, linen selections, and special requests Update Banquet Event Orders (BEOs) with current event details and distribute them to the appropriate parties Follow up with clients approximately 30 days, 10 days, and 3 days prior to their event Assist with scheduling servers and bartenders for events Coordinate with the kitchen, banquet staff, and other departments to ensure event details are communicated clearly On the day of the event, oversee the details and help ensure the client's plans are executed smoothly and professionally Assist with post-event follow-up and any necessary updates Marketing & Social Media Some photography and social media experience is preferred. The position may assist with capturing event photos and uploading approved content to our marketing channels, including Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter) . The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who is: Organized and detail-oriented Friendly, professional, and comfortable communicating with clients Able to multitask and stay calm in a fast-paced event environment Comfortable working evenings and weekends Interested in hospitality, event planning, and creating memorable experiences for clients Willing to learn all aspects of event coordination and banquet operations Able to work both independently and as part of a team This position is a great opportunity for someone who wants to learn event planning, gain hands-on experience, and potentially grow into an Event Coordinator/Management role with the Corvallis Club.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Marketing or Design:

1 year (Preferred)

Event Coordinating:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person