Event Setup | Wings Event Center - Greenleaf Hospitality Group
Kalamazoo, MI
About the Job
A Look Into Working at Wings Event Center
Working at Wings Event Center is an exciting opportunity to be part of a vibrant team that brings a variety of high-energy events to life, from thrilling hockey games to captivating concerts and community expos. Employees thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where every day presents new challenges and experiences. Wings Event Center fosters a collaborative atmosphere, offering competitive benefits and opportunities for growth and development while ensuring that each team member plays a crucial role in creating unforgettable moments for guests. Join Wings Event Center and be at the heart of the action!
Responsibilities:What You’ll Be Doing
May include, but not limited to:
- Read and interpret banquet event orders (BEO’s) and Production Sheets in order to effectively stage events with tables, chairs, risers, dance floor, podiums and other event / banquet room equipment for a wide variety of events.
- Remain positive and pleasant
- Effectively communicate and greet guests to create positive and memorable experiences.
- Have open communication and dialogue with team members
- Set up and troubleshoot projection, wireless internet, sound and lighting.
- Must have knowledge of daily/weekly scheduled group functions, and events
- Prioritize, organize, and follow through
- Follow directions
- Focus attention on details
- Adhere to timeliness in completion of set ups
- Adapt to priority changes of work flow or requirements
- Remain productive and effectively make use of your surroundings
- Operate and remain extremely alert while operating designated equipment, machinery and tools
- Endure physical movements in performing job functions
- Work cohesively with other departments and coworkers as part of a team
- Abide by all safety guidelines
- Follow all Greenleaf Hospitality Group policies and procedures
- You may also be asked to cover/work various positions for events like Usher, Security, Parking or Event Production
What You Need for this Position
- Able to stand for long periods of time, up to 8 hours or more
- Able to stoop and bend
- Able to lift up to 40 pounds from time to time
- Able to safely work with potentially dangerous chemicals and equipment
- Able to comply with safety and health code standards
- Able to handle responsibilities that require repetitive motion tasks
What's in it for You
- Robust Employee Assistance Program providing a wide range of services including up to 7 free counseling sessions per year
- Health and Wellness reimbursement up to $600 annually for items like massages, gym memberships, running shoes etc.
- 10% Discount on GHG outlets
- Parental Leave Program (Full-Time Option)
- 401K with 100% match up to 3% (Full-Time option)
- Medical/Dental/Vision (Full-Time option)
Top Reasons to Work With GHG
- We are one of the Nation's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to work for
- You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team that is fun, high-energy, and passionate
- You will utilize your skills and experience at amazing venue!