Event Coordinator

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Event Coordinator to join our team specializing in Hospitality for our Cummins Inc. facility in Columbus, IN.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Deliver Memorable Guest Experiences: Personalize services to meet individual needs, ensuring every interaction reflects warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail.

• Lead Events from Start to Finish: Plan, coordinate, and execute events-including logistics, setup, service, and teardown-to create seamless, high-quality experiences.

• Support Operational Excellence: Maintain readiness of Hospitality-managed spaces and oversee inventory and equipment.

• Foster a Strong Team Culture: Support and collaborate with Hospitality Associates and temporary staff, sharing knowledge, modeling professionalism, and contributing to a positive, high-performing work environment.

• Ensure Safety and Compliance: Enforce policies and public safety codes to maintain a safe, secure, and compliant environment for guests and staff.

• Contribute to Continuous Improvement: Provide feedback and insights after events to strengthen processes and elevate overall service delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Clear and Effective Communication: Adapt your style to connect with diverse guests, vendors, and team members.

• Customer-Centric Mindset: Build strong relationships and deliver solutions that reflect guest needs and expectations.

• Ownership and Reliability: Follow through on commitments and hold yourself and others accountable for high standards.

• Adaptability: Stay flexible and composed in dynamic, fast-paced event environments.

• Operational Judgment: Make timely, sound decisions in areas of safety, security, and service.

• Process Orientation: Apply and improve work processes to increase efficiency and quality.

• Technology Savvy: Use hospitality equipment and IT systems effectively to support event execution and operations.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience to the extent such experience meets applicable regulations.

• Minimum two years' experience and/or training in the hospitality or food service industry.

QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Information

Core Responsibilities

• Bring events to life - Coordinate and execute events from concept to completion, managing logistics, vendor partnerships, and timelines with precision.

• Be a go-to expert - Serve as a primary contact for event hosts, vendors, and internal teams, owning the schedule and flow of Hospitality-managed event spaces in Columbus, IN.

• Lead on-site success - Oversee event setup, execution, and teardown, stepping in to perform front-of-house tasks such as bartending, wine service, dining room management, serving, and meeting room setup when needed.

Essential Skills and Capabilities:

• Hands-on experience in event coordination, hospitality, catering, or a related field.

• Strong organizational and time management skills with to balance multiple priorities effectively.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant work experience that meets applicable regulations.

Preferred Skills, Education, or Experience

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in event or hospitality management.

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, or a related field.

• Familiarity with event management software or scheduling tools.

Job Facilities

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site

Job Type Office

ReqID 2418599

Relocation Package Yes

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