Temp Assignment - Event Planner I/Smiles Goal Parties

Description & Requirements

Come join our family at In-N-Out Burger!

The In-N-Out Burger Events Department has an excellent opportunity for a temporary Event Planner I (Smiles Goal Parties) based in our Irvine, CA office. The Event Planner will work on the Regional Events team, which plans regional events such as: Company picnics, sporting tournaments, Smiles Goal parties, and Kids Christmas parties. This associate will be focused on the planning of Smiles Goal Parties specifically, and may be asked to support other company events for In-N-Out Burger as needed.

Event Coordinator Responsibilities

• TEMPORARY 6-month Event Planner 1 assignment, for the Events Department
• Plan and execute Smiles Goal parties for In-N-Out Burger associates, such as researching locations, negotiating contracts, coordinating vendors, and managing event budget
• Manage ongoing communication with Store Management regarding event date, location, and other logistics
• Provide the highest quality event experience for our Associates
• Work on a project with excellence from inception through completion
• Assist with administrative tasks to help the team stay organized and provide excellent customer service
• Assist and support the Events Department with onsite and "day-of-event" activities and operations as needed

Work Schedule

• Temporary assignment, 6 months | Anticipated work dates: September 2024- Februry 2025 *
• Hourly rate: $23.81 per hour
• Office hours in Irvine, CA: M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Willing to be flexible with office hours**
• Anticipated work hours: 40 hours a week maximum. 20 hours a week minimum.
• Department needs will call for occasional evenings and weekends
• Travel time: It is anticipated that 10-15% of the work time will be spent in the field and will require overnight and weekend travel to the states where In-N-Out Burger operates

*Temp dates; work duration subject to change

**Would prefer a full-time/40 hours per week event planner, but willing to be flexible

Qualifications for INO associates

• In-N-Out Burger Store experience: At least 2 years - Prefers Level 5 or above
• Support experience a plus: Office experience is beneficial in this role
• Strong interest in pursuing a career as an Event Planner

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, ideally in Event management, hospitality, or related field
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience as an active meeting & event planner, preferably as it relates to planning employee events, corporate events, and/or employee engagement events
• Portfolio of previously managed events, such as: Corporate events, weddings, large corporate meetings, company parties, sports competitions
• Passionate about employee engagement and the employee experience
• Certificate in Meeting & Event Management preferred, but not required
• Strong time management and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional on-site event operation skills
• Highly motivated self-starter and ability to work independently
• Ability to analyze situations and make decisions with minimal oversight
• Excellent written, verbal and phone communication skills; communication with all levels of management
• Ability to work autonomously/independently, yet be an integral part of an overall team environment
• Knowledge of Microsoft office software, including Word and Excel. Online registration systems experience a plus
• Strong word processing and desktop publishing skills