• Lead Events Specialist

    Sanford Health (Sioux Falls, SD)


    Careers With Purpose

     

    Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

     

    **Facility:** Great Shots

    **Location:** Sioux Falls, SD

    **Address:** 2505 W Benson Rd, Sioux Falls, SD 57107, USA

    **Shift:** Varies

    **Job Schedule:** Full time

    **Weekly Hours:** 40.00

     

    Department Details

     

    Great Environment and Team to Work With

     

    Will Work All Saturdays May thru October

     

    Flexible Working Hours During the Week

     

    Opportunity to lead your own team

    Job Summary

    Provide event planning, coordination, implementation and execution for multiple types of events for Great Shots, Blue Rock, and the Sanford Event Barn. Responsible for coordinating event logistics, managing budgets and timelines for assigned various events with clients.

     

    Coordinate detailed logistics with operational partners and vendors to ensure delivery of the elements required for a positive event experience. Along with the lead event specialists, facilitate appropriate negotiation, review and execution of client contracts.

     

    Responsible for coordinating details to ensure execution of innovative, impactful and memorable event experiences as defined by the client.

     

    Responsible for reviewing BEOs, setting up and breaking down the event areas, and coordinating a team on scheduled event days.

     

    * Oversee all offsite events.

    * Set-up and breakdown all buffet stations and guest tables for the event.

    * Act as the contact person for the guest during the event.

    * Assist servers with bussing and setting tables, as needed.

    * Communicate with support crew and management.

    * Creates and implements a strategy for supporting current and future business needs.

    * Supervise banquet functions to ensure they run smoothly and efficiently.

    * Champions behaviors that inspire cohesiveness and move the organization to reach a vision.

    * Ensure compliance with all departmental and company policies and procedures.

    * Maintain complete knowledge of service requirements for assigned functions.

    * Maintain storage areas for proper supplies, organization and cleanliness.

    * Instruct designated employees to rectify any cleanliness/organization deficiencies.

    * Communicate additions or changes to the assignments as they arise throughout the shift.

    * Conduct pre-function meeting with Servers and review all information pertinent to setup and service of function.

    * Inspect employee grooming and uniforms rectify any deficiencies.

    * Check buffet tables/receptions/coffee breaks for cleanliness, attractiveness, and layout.

    * Ensure replenishment of items as specified on banquet event orders and requested by function contact.

    * Ensure that unused food is returned to the kitchen, that designated condiments are broken down and properly stored (butters, cream, dressings, etc) and all banquet supplies are returned to designated storage areas.

    * Foster and promote a cooperative working climate, maximizing productivity and employee morale.

    * Complete all paperwork and closing duties in accordance with departmental standards.

    * Assist Sales Team with BEOs and packets when needed.

    * Perform other duties as assigned.

     

    Other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or business required.

     

    Three to five years of experience required. Experience in events or project management preferred.

    Benefits

    Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

     

    Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [email protected] .

     

    **Req Number:** R-0220060

    **Job Function:** External Affairs

    **Featured:** No