Overview

The Event Décor & Coordination Specialist is primarily responsible for creating beautiful, customized event environments at the Ken Garff University Club in Rice-Eccles Stadium. This role focuses on décor planning, set-up, and styling to elevate the client and guest experience, while still supporting coordination tasks that ensure events run smoothly.

Because of the nature of events, this position requires a flexible part-time schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

This role pays an hourly rate of $12.00-$15.00 per hour and is tip eligible

Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching

This position will remain open until April 10, 2026.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to understand their vision and recommend décor options that align with event goals, themes, and budgets.
• Design, source, and install event décor including tablescapes, floral or greenery elements, signage, accent furniture, lighting touches, and other style enhancements.
• Ensure all décor set-ups are accurate, on time, and meet brand/club standards.
• Maintain and organize in-house décor inventory, props, and supplies.
• Partner with the culinary, operations, and event teams to integrate décor seamlessly with menus, layouts, and service flow.
• Research and stay current on event décor trends, creative styling ideas, and seasonal looks to keep offerings fresh and innovative.
• Assist in tracking décor spend, staying mindful of budget, and making cost-conscious recommendations that maximize client impact and ROI.
• Assist with select coordination responsibilities such as:
  • Gathering client details for timelines and layouts.
  • Preparing and sharing décor set-up sheets and event briefs.
  • Supporting day-of logistics (vendor arrivals, décor placement, light client communication).
• Provide post-event recaps and recommendations for future improvements.
• Execute other creative and operational duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Strong eye for design, style, and detail—experience in event décor, floral, staging, or interior styling preferred.
• One year of event, hospitality, or design-related experience preferred.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work under deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or design tools (Canva, PowerPoint, Pinterest boards, etc.) helpful.
• Comfortable working a flexible, part-time schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Work Environment & Demands

• Position requires standing, lifting décor items, and moving throughout event spaces.
• Work occurs primarily indoors; noise levels vary depending on event activity.
• Role requires interpersonal skills including collaborating with clients, motivating staff, and communicating clearly with multiple departments.