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Venue Coordinator
The Venue Coordinator is responsible for overseeing day-of venue operations at The Elliot during private and public events. This role focuses on managing the venue environment, maintaining operational flow, upholding venue policies, and ensuring the building is properly prepared, maintained, and secured throughout each event.
Overview
The Venue Coordinator serves as The Elliot’s on-site venue representative and operational lead during events, supporting clients, vendors, guests, and staff while protecting the integrity, safety, and functionality of the property. This role is also responsible for representing The Elliot’s brand and values through professionalism, hospitality, and excellent customer service, helping to create a welcoming, inclusive, and well-managed experience for everyone on-site.
Part-Time · $20/hour
Requirements
Skills + Competencies
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to professionally interact with clients, guests, vendors, and staff
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and confidently manage venue operations with minimal supervision during events
Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and adapt quickly during live events
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to confidently enforce venue policies and operational standards
Comfortable serving as the on-site lead during emergencies or facility-related incidents (training provided)
Professional appearance and demeanor at all times
Understanding of hospitality operations and venue logistics
Schedule + Availability
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Physical Requirements
Ability to regularly move, lift, and arrange venue furniture and event equipment, including chairs and folding tables
Ability to perform the physical duties of the role, which may include standing, walking, bending, and light cleaning throughout event shifts
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Qualifications + Experience
Minimum of 2–3 years of hospitality, venue operations, event operations, or related experience required
Experience in venue management, facility operations, hospitality, or event venues strongly preferred
Valid Ohio Driver’s License required
Responsibilities
Venue Operations + Building Management
Open the building promptly for events and complete all opening procedures
Conduct post-event walkthroughs, complete closing procedures, and secure the building at the end of each event
Monitor venue operations throughout events and remain available for building-related questions, requests, and issue resolution
Maintain awareness of event flow to ensure venue operations remain on schedule and within venue guidelines
Troubleshoot operational or facility-related issues as they arise and communicate updates to leadership as appropriate
Maintain event checklists, operational notes, and incident documentation from open to close
Track arrival and departure times for key vendors and staff members
Lead shift-change check-ins with security, bar staff, and additional venue staff as needed
Client, Vendor + Guest Support
Serve as The Elliot’s on-site venue representative and primary operational point of contact during scheduled events
Provide professional hospitality and customer service to clients, guests, vendors, and staff throughout events
Support operational logistics and coordination with vendors and venue staff during setup, event time, and teardown
Support The Elliot’s hosted events as needed, including guest check-in, venue oversight, and operational support
Venue Standards, Safety + Policy Enforcement
Uphold and enforce all venue, vendor, catering, bar, client, safety, and emergency management policies
Serve as an on-site operational lead during emergencies, safety concerns, or facility-related incidents
Ensure venue spaces remain clean, functional, safe, and guest-ready throughout the duration of events
Setup, Maintenance + Cleaning
Support venue setup, reset, and operational needs throughout events, including moving, arranging, and storing chairs, folding tables, and other event furniture as needed
Restock bathrooms areas before and during events
Maintain venue cleanliness and presentation throughout events, including restroom upkeep, garbage removal, sweeping, and light cleaning as needed
Administrative + Team Responsibilities
Review event preparation notes and operational details provided by leadership prior to every event
Complete all required training and attend staff meetings