Internal Events Coordinator

SALARY RANGE: $70,000-$80,000

THE COMPANY: Discovery Capital is a privately owned design-build and property management firm based in Columbia, Missouri. For more than 20 years, we have fulfilled community needs by building a diverse commercial and residential real estate portfolio across the Midwest. Over the years, our portfolio has grown to include hotels, restaurants, mixed-use and market-rate communities, in addition to commercial and retail spaces. We remain focused on our plans for growth and currently have several exciting projects under construction and in queue!  

INTERNAL EVENTS COORDINATOR: We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, creative, and adaptable individual to join our team as Internal Events Coordinator. This role works alongside the Event Sales Representative and will conduct various aspects of event planning and management, in an effort to make sure our restaurants (Park Restaurant & Bar, The Kitchen Grill & Games) are always the place to be! The ideal candidate must be comfortable with a variety of tasks that may change day-to-day, handle repetitive tasks with accuracy, and possess strong creativity when it comes to planning events. This position will be responsible for all events created and put on by our brands. 

INTERNAL EVENTS COORDINATOR DUTIES:

• Event Scheduling: Work alongside the Event Sales Representative to ensure calendars align, maximizing time windows and output for both internal and external events. 
• Event Creation: Strategize and execute creative events focused on driving attendance, sales, and revenue. 
• Event Details Coordination: Create and verify event-specific information such as dates, times, items needed, holidays, and more. Ensure all details are documented for smooth execution.
• Liaison with Onsite Staff: Work closely with the onsite restaurant team to ensure event details are communicated clearly and understood. Provide all necessary instructions to ensure the event is executed without issues.
• Administrative Support: Perform general clerical tasks such as data entry, maintaining event schedules, and organizing event documentation.
• Assisting Events Team: Assist with various duties such as distributing flyers to local companies, gaining proficiency in our event management software to enhance efficiency and provide support for event coordination, conducting market research on competitors to help identify opportunities for improvement and innovation in our offerings, etc. 

INTERNAL EVENTS COORDINATOR REQUIREMENTS:

• Required; Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. This position will share duties alongside the Event Sales Representative
• Preferred; Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, Marketing, or a related field. 
• Previous clerical or administrative experience preferred, ideally in event management or customer service.
• Ability to brainstorm, plan, and execute creative events to drive revenue
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage repetitive tasks efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Canva or similar software.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and take on varied tasks as needed.