Part-Time Assistant Events Coordinator

Location: Homewood, IL • Contract / Part-Time, As-Needed

About The Company

Our client is a boutique event venue that creates elevated experiences for private celebrations, corporate gatherings, showers, weddings, and other special occasions. The team is focused on providing exceptional hospitality and ensuring every event is thoughtfully executed from setup through completion.

Responsibilities

• Support event preparation, day-of coordination, and post-event breakdown.
• Assist with setting up décor, activity areas, event materials, and other venue elements.
• Monitor event staff and activity stations to ensure guests are receiving a seamless experience.
• Work closely with event leadership to keep schedules and event details on track.
• Step in to assist staff or vendors when additional support is needed.
• Help identify and resolve last-minute issues during events.
• Maintain a polished and professional presence while interacting with guests, vendors, and event staff.
• Assist with cleanup and organization of the venue following events.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in events, hospitality, retail, customer service, or a similar environment preferred.
• Previous exposure to weddings, bridal showers, baby showers, corporate functions, private parties, or other special events is a plus.
• Comfortable working a flexible, part-time schedule based on event needs.
• Availability for occasional evening and weekend events.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Comfortable providing direction to event staff and helping keep activities running on schedule.
• Proactive and willing to jump in wherever assistance is needed.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable and able to work effectively in a busy, guest-facing environment.

Pay

$15.40–$16.00 per hour

Schedule

• 100% on-site.
• Hours are based on scheduled events, with shifts typically ranging from 4–8 hours.
• Evening and weekend availability may be needed depending on the event calendar.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

Perks

• Flexible, event-based scheduling.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of social and corporate events.
• Hands-on experience with event coordination and day-of operations.
• Work in a creative, upscale event environment.