Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 04.16.2024 Hourly Wage: $19.50 Hours Per Week: 40 Status: Non-Exempt / Full Time Number of Positions: 1 Department: Events & Catering
Position Title: Events Lead
The Salvation Army Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Application Instructions: Complete the online job application, upload a resume.
To apply online go to: Events Lead To apply in person go to 1865 Bill Frey Dr., Salem, OR 97305. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Questions, contact Greggery Peterson at or call . Mr. Peterson is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.
Recruiting Accommodation Statement: To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact or email , attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.
COVID-19 The Salvation Army will comply with all governmental orders and any contractual obligations relative to COVID-19 safety measures, including mandatory vaccination of staff, if required. The Salvation Army will consider requests for exemptions from any such requirements on either religious or medical grounds.
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Scope of Position :
The Events Lead will assist the Executive Chef/Food Services Director with supervision of staff, including scheduling and time keeping, contract "agreements" for each event, oversee event data base, create invoices, collect deposits and final billings, clerical duties, such as data entry, filing, answering phones, typing, and assisting others as needed.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :
Proficient with current Microsoft software computer programs including Word, Excel, e-mail, internet, and standard office equipment and systems. Working knowledge of Access, Publisher, PowerPoint; and the ability to use new software programs with basic training. Effective verbal and written communications. Must be detailed oriented. Ability and willingness to keep information confidential. Ability to multitask. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain poise under pressure. Ability to take projects from beginning through completion. Well-groomed and follow required office dress code. Familiarity with Salvation Army programs. Ability to work as a team player. Strong communication skills, both written and oral, organizational and time management skills. Ability to maintain a positive attitude and effective working relations with others. Calm, professional demeanor and professional appearance. Ability to coordinate events and parties while working with other internal department. Equipment Used: Telephone, computer, fax/copy machines and 10-key calculator. Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Assist the Executive Chef/Food Services Director to recruit, hire, schedule and monitor all staff. Assist in preparing HR paperwork for hiring and complete office related duties. Schedule and coordinate all staff shift. Oversee employee's time keeping for accuracy of hours. Contract "Agreement" management, from the initial inquiry to the proposal to the final contract "agreement" for each event, through follow-up for future events. Oversee event database; create invoices; collect deposits and final billings; promote event/rental sales and inquiries. General filing and record keeping. Assist with data entry, updating databases, etc. Assist other members of staff as requested/assigned. Typing of letters, memos, and documents. Answer phones, directing calls and taking messages. Ensures all proper paperwork is reviewed and understood prior to each party hosted. Seek out and establish relationships with "preferred vendors" in the Salem, OR. Area. Assist front desk with inquiries about events and catering and overall customer service when needed. Ensuring that all guests are called back in a timely and professional manner, booking their event with proper documentation and communication. Working directly with the Congregational Life (Church) and other internal departments in planning and scheduling all church activities that involve space at the Salvation Army Kroc Center, food, beverage, or other special requests. Assist with special events. Regular and punctual attendance is an essential job requirement. Assume a schedule of flexible working hours, including evening, weekends, and holidays. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, sometimes for long periods of time; to talk and hear; reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
May walk or stand on varied surfaces. Stooping; kneeling, bending, stretching, squatting, twisting body, pushing, pulling, a sense of touch, reach, grasp with hands and fingers, standing, walking, manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, driving a vehicle, pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying up to 25 pounds unassisted. Climb up & down ladders.
Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Working Conditions: This position may have frequent phone and in person contact with people from diverse backgrounds who may be angry, hostile, confused, or frustrated.
Work with minimum supervision and work involves a high degree of independence. May be required to make independent decisions that may involve unique or unusual situations and/or complex issues and dealing with demanding requests.
Various scheduled work in the mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Will be exposed to a range of temperatures inside and outside of the building, heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, humidity.
May walk or stand on varied surfaces.
Miscellaneous: The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.
Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.
When you are on your 15-minute break you must stay on the premises.
The Salvation Army reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Education and Work Experience :
Education: High school diploma or GED. Work/Professional Experience: Two years Office/Program experience. One year experience in the Food Service Industry. License and Certifications: Current Food Handlers/SERV Safe card Supervisor : Executive Chef/Food Services Director – Greggery Peterson Experience Required Two years Office/Program experience. One year experience in the Food Service Industry. Education Required High School or Equivalent or better Licenses & Certifications Required ServSafe Cert Exam Food Handler's Card Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
